矢

Etymology

Pictograph of arrow.

Symbolism

Arrow, bow and arrow, arrow mark. Represents arrow.

Related Culture & Scenes

• — Arrow released

What does 矢 mean in Japanese?

矢 means dart, arrow.

How do you read 矢?

On'yomi: シ (SHI). Kun'yomi: や (ya).

How many strokes does 矢 have?

矢 has 5 strokes. Its radical is 矢 (arrow).

Is 矢 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 矢 (dart, arrow) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.