約
promise · approximately · shrink
Details
Stroke Order
Component Breakdown
thread + 勺
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of thread and ladle. Binding thread.
Symbolism
Promise, contract, approximately. Represents promise.
Anime & Manga
約束のネバーランド
やくそくのねばーらんど
The Promised Neverland(2016)
Author: Kaiu Shirai
'Promise' is central to the story; the children's escape promise drives the narrative.
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Four-Character Compounds
質素倹約
しっそけんやく
(practice of) simplicity and frugality; scrimping and saving; (practice of) simplicity and frugality
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 約 mean in Japanese?
約 means promise, approximately, shrink.
How do you read 約?
On'yomi: ヤク (YAKU). Kun'yomi: つづ.まる、つづ.める、つづま.やか (tsuzumaru, tsuzumeru, tsuzumayaka).
How many strokes does 約 have?
約 has 9 strokes. Its radical is 糸 (silk).
Is 約 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 約 (promise, approximately, shrink) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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