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琴
On'yomi
キン・ゴン
KIN / GON
Kun'yomi
こと
koto
harp · koto
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes12
Component Breakdown
琴=
玨今
玨 + 今
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of two jades and thread. Beautiful sound like jade.
Symbolism
Koto, music, art. Represents Japanese traditional instrument.
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
琴瑟相和
きんしつそうわ
pair of persons (especially a married couple) being intimate and harmonious; being happily married; pair of persons (especially a married couple) being intimate and harmonious
Proverbs & Idioms
琴瑟相和す
きんしつあいわす
The koto and zither harmonize
A metaphor for a happy marriage
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 琴 mean in Japanese?
琴 means harp, koto.
How do you read 琴?
On'yomi: キン、ゴン (KIN, GON). Kun'yomi: こと (koto).
How many strokes does 琴 have?
琴 has 12 strokes. Its radical is 玉 (jade).
Is 琴 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 琴 (harp, koto) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.