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Component Breakdown
肝=
月干
moon + 干
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of flesh and dry. Dry organ, liver.
Symbolism
Liver, essential, courage. Represents important part.
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
肝に銘じる
きもにめいじる
To engrave on one's liver
To remember firmly
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 肝 mean in Japanese?
肝 means liver, pluck, nerve, chutzpah.
How do you read 肝?
On'yomi: カン (KAN). Kun'yomi: きも (kimo).
How many strokes does 肝 have?
肝 has 7 strokes. Its radical is 肉 (meat).
Is 肝 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 肝 (liver, pluck, nerve, chutzpah) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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