Details
Stroke Order
Component Breakdown
thread + 己
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of thread and self. Recording self with thread.
Symbolism
Century, era, record. Represents record of era.
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
一新紀元
いっしんきげん
new era; new age; new era
綱紀粛正
こうきしゅくせい
enforcement of official discipline; tightening of discipline; eliminating corruption among government officials; enforcement of official discipline
風紀紊乱
ふうきびんらん
corrupt public morals; corrupt public morals
Proverbs & Idioms
紀律正しく
きりつただしく
With proper discipline
Following rules and maintaining order
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 紀 mean in Japanese?
紀 means chronicle, account, narrative, history, annals, geologic period.
How do you read 紀?
On'yomi: キ (KI).
How many strokes does 紀 have?
紀 has 9 strokes. Its radical is 糸 (silk).
Is 紀 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 紀 (chronicle, account, narrative, history, annals, geologic period) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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