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Strokes16
Component Breakdown
獣=
畄一口犬
畄 + one + mouth + dog
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of dog and single. Single dog.
Symbolism
Beast, veterinarian, wild animal. Represents animal.
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
人面獣心
じんめんじゅうしん
beast in human form; beast in human form
Proverbs & Idioms
獣を追う者は山を見ず
けものをおうものはやまをみず
He who chases beasts sees not the mountain
Obsession with one thing blinds you to the bigger picture
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 獣 mean in Japanese?
獣 means animal, beast.
How do you read 獣?
On'yomi: ジュウ (JUU). Kun'yomi: けもの、けだもの (kemono, kedamono).
How many strokes does 獣 have?
獣 has 16 strokes. Its radical is 犬 (dog).
Is 獣 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 獣 (animal, beast) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.