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憲
On'yomi
ケン
KEN
constitution · law
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes16
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of roof, heart, and eye. Law watched by heart and eye.
Symbolism
Constitution, charter, fundamental law. Represents highest law.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Upholding the law
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
憲法は国の基
けんぽうはくにのもとい
The constitution is the foundation of a nation
Constitutional law forms the basis of governance
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 憲 mean in Japanese?
憲 means constitution, law.
How do you read 憲?
On'yomi: ケン (KEN).
How many strokes does 憲 have?
憲 has 16 strokes. Its radical is 心 (heart).
Is 憲 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 憲 (constitution, law) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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