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架
On'yomi
カ
KA
Kun'yomi
か.ける・か.かる
kakeru / kakaru
erect · frame · mount · support · shelf · construct
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Strokes9
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of tree and add. Assembling with added wood.
Symbolism
Bridge building, bookshelf, imaginary. Represents supporting structure.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Becoming a bridge
Component Breakdown
架=
加木
加 + tree
Words & Expressions
Words written with 架
Four-Character Compounds
屋上架屋
おくじょうかおく
gilding the lily; adding redundant things
架空の話
かくうのはなし
A fictional story; An imaginary tale
Other kanji with the same meaning
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 架 mean in Japanese?
架 means erect, frame, mount, support, shelf, construct.
How do you read 架?
On'yomi: カ (KA). Kun'yomi: か.ける、か.かる (kakeru, kakaru).
How many strokes does 架 have?
架 has 9 strokes. Its radical is 木 (tree).
Is 架 a good kanji for a tattoo?
架 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means erect, frame, mount, support, shelf, construct. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.
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