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恒
On'yomi
コウ
KOU
Kun'yomi
つね・つねに
tsune / tsuneni
constancy · always
Details
Stroke Order
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Component Breakdown
恒=
忄亘
heart + 亘
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of heart and span. Heart continuing always.
Symbolism
Permanent, constant, unchanging. Represents permanence.
Words & Expressions
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
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?
Yes. 恒 (constancy, always) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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