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服
On'yomi
フク
FUKU
clothing · admit · obey · discharge
Details
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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