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碁
On'yomi
ゴ
GO
Go
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes13
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of stone and that. Placing stones.
Symbolism
Go, Go stone, strategy. Represents Go game.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Dragon dancing
Component Breakdown
碁=
其石
其 + stone
Words & Expressions
Words written with 碁
碁盤ごばんgo board
Four-Character Compounds
相碁井目
あいごせいもく
in every game or play, differences in skill between individuals can be substantial
Proverbs & Idioms
碁は布石が肝心
ごはふせきがかんじん
In Go, the opening stones are crucial
Initial preparation determines the outcome
Anime & Manga
ヒカルの碁
Hikaru no Go
A well-known work with 碁 in its Japanese title.
Other kanji with the same meaning
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 碁 mean in Japanese?
碁 means Go.
How do you read 碁?
On'yomi: ゴ (GO).
How many strokes does 碁 have?
碁 has 13 strokes. Its radical is 石 (stone).
Is 碁 a good kanji for a tattoo?
碁 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means Go. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.
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