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欽

On'yomi
キン・コン
KIN / KON
Kun'yomi
つつし.む
tsutsushimu

respect · revere · long for

Details

Strokes12
Frequency#2181
Radical欠lack(4)

Stroke Order

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Strokes12

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of gold and lack. Precious like gold.

Symbolism

Admire, respect, reverence. Represents respecting.

Component Breakdown

欽=
金欠

metal + yawn

Words & Expressions

Four-Character Compounds

欽慕の念

きんぼのねん

Feelings of deep admiration; Profound respect and longing

Related Figures & Stories

何応欽

Ho Ying-chin1890–1987

Name contains 欽

He Yingqin also Ho Ying-chin, was a Chinese politician and one of the most senior generals of the Kuomintang during Nationalist China, and a close…

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does 欽 mean in Japanese?

欽 means respect, revere, long for.

How do you read 欽?

On'yomi: キン、コン (KIN, KON). Kun'yomi: つつし.む (tsutsushimu).

How many strokes does 欽 have?

欽 has 12 strokes. Its radical is 欠 (lack).

Is 欽 a good kanji for a tattoo?

欽 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means respect, revere, long for. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.

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