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Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of hand and think. Making think by hitting.
Symbolism
Torture, torment, suffering. Represents tormenting.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Enjoying a meal
Component Breakdown
拷=
扌考
hand + 考
Words & Expressions
Words written with 拷
拷問ごうもんtorture
Proverbs & Idioms
拷問に屈せず
ごうもんにくっせず
Not yielding to torture
Remaining steadfast under pressure
Anime & Manga
姫様“拷問”の時間です
'Tis Time for "Torture," Princess
A well-known work with 拷 in its Japanese title.
Other kanji with the same meaning
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 拷 mean in Japanese?
拷 means torture, beat.
How do you read 拷?
On'yomi: ゴウ (GOU).
How many strokes does 拷 have?
拷 has 9 strokes. Its radical is 手 (hand).
Is 拷 a good kanji for a tattoo?
拷 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means torture, beat. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.
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