等
etc. · and so forth · class (first) · quality · equal · similar
Details
Stroke Order
Component Breakdown
bamboo + 寺
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of bamboo and temple. Making bamboo equal at temple.
Symbolism
Equality, grade, equal. Represents equality.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Experiencing etc.
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
位階勲等
いかいくんとう
court rank and honors; court rank and honours; court rank and honors
機会均等
きかいきんとう
equal opportunity; equal opportunity
怨親平等
おんしんびょうどう
care equally for friends and foes; treat everyone with equal kindness; care equally for friends and foes
Proverbs & Idioms
等しく扱う
ひとしくあつかう
Treat equally
Handle everyone without discrimination
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 等 mean in Japanese?
等 means etc., and so forth, class (first), quality, equal, similar.
How do you read 等?
On'yomi: トウ (TOU). Kun'yomi: ひと.しい、など、-ら (hitoshii, nado, ra).
How many strokes does 等 have?
等 has 12 strokes. Its radical is 竹 (bamboo).
Is 等 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 等 (etc., and so forth, class (first), quality, equal, similar) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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