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筒
On'yomi
トウ
TOU
Kun'yomi
つつ
tsutsu
cylinder · pipe · tube · gun barrel · sleeve
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes12
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of bamboo and same. Same bamboo.
Symbolism
Tube, chimney, envelope. Represents tube.
Component Breakdown
筒=
竹同
bamboo + 同
Words & Expressions
Words written with 筒
Related Figures & Stories
筒井定次
Name contains 筒
Tsutsui Sadatsugu was a cousin and adopted son of Tsutsui Junkei, a feudal lord of the Yamato province.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does 筒 mean in Japanese?
筒 means cylinder, pipe, tube, gun barrel, sleeve.
How do you read 筒?
On'yomi: トウ (TOU). Kun'yomi: つつ (tsutsu).
How many strokes does 筒 have?
筒 has 12 strokes. Its radical is 竹 (bamboo).
Is 筒 a good kanji for a tattoo?
筒 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means cylinder, pipe, tube, gun barrel, sleeve. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.