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Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of go and correct. Going correctly.
Symbolism
Conquest, expedition, subjugation. Represents conquering.
Component Breakdown
彳 + 正
Words & Expressions
Words written with 征
Four-Character Compounds
南征北伐
なんせいほくばつ
attacking in all directions
東征西討
とうせいせいとう
To campaign east and west; To wage war in all directions
Anime & Manga
恋は世界征服のあとで
Love After World Domination
A well-known work with 征 in its Japanese title.
鋼の錬金術師 シャンバラを征く者
Fullmetal Alchemist: The Movie - Conqueror of Shamballa
A well-known work with 征 in its Japanese title.
異世界黙示録マイノグーラ ～破滅の文明で始める世界征服～
Apocalypse Bringer Mynoghra: World Conquest Starts with the Civilization of Ruin
A well-known work with 征 in its Japanese title.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 征 mean in Japanese?
征 means subjugate, attack the rebellious, collect taxes.
How do you read 征?
On'yomi: セイ (SEI).
How many strokes does 征 have?
征 has 8 strokes. Its radical is 彳 (step).
Is 征 a good kanji for a tattoo?
征 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means subjugate, attack the rebellious, collect taxes. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.