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径
On'yomi
ケイ
KEI
Kun'yomi
みち・こみち・さしわたし・ただちに
michi / komichi / sashiwatashi / tadachini
diameter · path · method
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes8
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of go and phonetic. Straight path.
Symbolism
Diameter, path, trail. Represents straight path.
Words & Expressions
Words written with 径
Four-Character Compounds
直情径行
ちょくじょうけいこう
impulsive and straightforward; guileless
行動半径
こうどうはんけい
radius of action; combat radius; sphere of activity
Proverbs & Idioms
近道は遠回り
ちかみちはとおまわり
Shortcuts are detours
Taking the easy way often takes longer
Related Figures & Stories
Other kanji with the same meaning
“diameter”
“method”
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 径 mean in Japanese?
径 means diameter, path, method.
How do you read 径?
On'yomi: ケイ (KEI). Kun'yomi: みち、こみち、さしわたし、ただちに (michi, komichi, sashiwatashi, tadachini).
How many strokes does 径 have?
径 has 8 strokes. Its radical is 彳 (step).
Is 径 a good kanji for a tattoo?
径 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means diameter, path, method. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.