恒
constancy · always
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Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of heart and span. Heart continuing always.
Symbolism
Permanent, constant, unchanging. Represents permanence.
Component Breakdown
heart + 亘
Words & Expressions
Words written with 恒
Proverbs & Idioms
恒心なければ恒産なし
こうしんなければこうさんなし
Without a constant mind, no constant livelihood
Stability requires steadfast principles
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WikipediaOther kanji with the same meaning
“constancy”
“always”
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 恒 mean in Japanese?
恒 means constancy, always.
How do you read 恒?
On'yomi: コウ (KOU). Kun'yomi: つね、つねに (tsune, tsuneni).
How many strokes does 恒 have?
恒 has 9 strokes. Its radical is 心 (heart).
Is 恒 a good kanji for a tattoo?
恒 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means constancy, always. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.