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猟
On'yomi
リョウ
RYOU
Kun'yomi
かり・か.る
kari / karu
game-hunting · shooting · game · bag
Details
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Cultural Context
Etymology
Combines 'dog' (犭) with 'chase prey' (巤), representing hunting using dogs to pursue game.
Symbolism
Symbolizes hunting, pursuit, and acquisition. Represents confrontation with the wild and instinctive behavior pursuing goals.
Component Breakdown
猟=
犭鼡
animal + 鼡
Words & Expressions
Words written with 猟
猟犬りょうけんhound
密猟みつりょうpoaching
猟師りょうしhuntsman
猟銃りょうじゅうhunting gun
Anime & Manga
名前のない怪物 蜘蛛と少女と猟奇殺人
Namae no Nai Kaibutsu: Kumo to Shoujo to Ryouki Satsujin
A well-known work with 猟 in its Japanese title.
Other kanji with the same meaning
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 猟 mean in Japanese?
猟 means game-hunting, shooting, game, bag.
How do you read 猟?
On'yomi: リョウ (RYOU). Kun'yomi: かり、か.る (kari, karu).
How many strokes does 猟 have?
猟 has 11 strokes. Its radical is 犬 (dog).
Is 猟 a good kanji for a tattoo?
猟 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means game-hunting, shooting, game, bag. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.