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猪
On'yomi
チョ
CHO
Kun'yomi
い・いのしし
i / inoshishi
boar
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes11
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of dog and person. Person like dog.
Symbolism
Wild boar, boar, reckless. Represents wild boar.
Component Breakdown
猪=
犭者
animal + 者
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
猪突猛進
ちょとつもうしん
headlong rush; rushing recklessly
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 猪 mean in Japanese?
猪 means boar.
How do you read 猪?
On'yomi: チョ (CHO). Kun'yomi: い、いのしし (i, inoshishi).
How many strokes does 猪 have?
猪 has 11 strokes. Its radical is 犬 (dog).
Is 猪 a good kanji for a tattoo?
猪 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means boar. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.