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箇

On'yomi
カ・コ
KA / KO

counter for articles

Details

Strokes14
Radical竹bamboo(6)

Stroke Order

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Strokes14

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of bamboo and solid. Counting bamboo.

Symbolism

Number, location, unit. Represents counting unit.

Component Breakdown

箇=
竹固

bamboo + 固

Words & Expressions

Proverbs & Idioms

箇条書きにする

かじょうがきにする

To make a bulleted list

To organize information point by point

Other kanji with the same meaning

“counter for articles”

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 箇 mean in Japanese?

箇 means counter for articles.

How do you read 箇?

On'yomi: カ、コ (KA, KO).

How many strokes does 箇 have?

箇 has 14 strokes. Its radical is 竹 (bamboo).

Is 箇 a good kanji for a tattoo?

箇 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means counter for articles. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.

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