牙
tusk · fang · tusk radical (no. 92)
Details
Description
Fang - an animal's tooth, drawn plainly. Predatory power, and the moment it is shown.
Stroke Order
Cultural Context
Etymology
Pictograph of animal's fang.
Symbolism
Fang, weapon, attack. Represents animal power.
Words & Expressions
Words written with 牙
Four-Character Compounds
牙を剥く
きばをむく
To bare ones fangs; To show hostility
Anime & Manga
範馬刃牙
Baki Hanma
A well-known work with 牙 in its Japanese title.
グラップラー刃牙 (TV)
Baki the Grappler
A well-known work with 牙 in its Japanese title.
AURA～魔竜院光牙最後の闘い～
Aura
A well-known work with 牙 in its Japanese title.
屍牙姫
Shigahime
A well-known work with 牙 in its Japanese title.
刃牙道
Baki Dou
A well-known work with 牙 in its Japanese title.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 牙 mean in Japanese?
牙 means tusk, fang, tusk radical (no. 92). Fang - an animal's tooth, drawn plainly. Predatory power, and the moment it is shown.
How do you read 牙?
On'yomi: ガ、ゲ (GA, GE). Kun'yomi: きば、は (kiba, ha).
How many strokes does 牙 have?
牙 has 5 strokes. Its radical is 牙 (fang).
Is 牙 a good kanji for a tattoo?
牙 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means tusk, fang, tusk radical (no. 92). Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.