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恭
On'yomi
キョウ
KYOU
Kun'yomi
うやうや.しい
uyauyashii
respect · reverent
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes10
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of together and heart. Respecting with shared heart.
Symbolism
Respect, humble, courtesy. Represents reverence.
Component Breakdown
恭=
共㣺
共 + 㣺
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
恭倹己を持す
きょうけんおのれをじす
Hold yourself with humility and respect
Conduct yourself with politeness and modesty
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Name contains 恭
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WikipediaFrequently Asked Questions
What does 恭 mean in Japanese?
恭 means respect, reverent.
How do you read 恭?
On'yomi: キョウ (KYOU). Kun'yomi: うやうや.しい (uyauyashii).
How many strokes does 恭 have?
恭 has 10 strokes. Its radical is 心 (heart).
Is 恭 a good kanji for a tattoo?
恭 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means respect, reverent. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.
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