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On'yomi
フク
FUKU

clothing · admit · obey · discharge

Details

Strokes8
Frequency#873
Radicalmoon(4)

Stroke Order

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Strokes8

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of flesh and person. Thing attached to body.

Symbolism

Clothes, uniform, obedience. Represents wearing and submission.

Related Culture & Scenes

  • Weaving cloth

Words & Expressions

Four-Character Compounds

拳々服膺

けんけんふくよう

firmly bear in mind; have something engraved on one's mind (heart); firmly bear in mind

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 服 mean in Japanese?

服 means clothing, admit, obey, discharge.

How do you read 服?

On'yomi: フク (FUKU).

How many strokes does 服 have?

服 has 8 strokes. Its radical is 月 (moon).

Is 服 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 服 (clothing, admit, obey, discharge) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.

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