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胃
On'yomi
イ
I
stomach · paunch · crop · craw
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes9
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of field and flesh. Bag of flesh.
Symbolism
Stomach, digestion, appetite. Represents digestive organ.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Stomach-friendly meal
Component Breakdown
胃=
田月
field + moon
Words & Expressions
Words written with 胃
胃袋いぶくろdietary needs
胃腸いちょうdigestive organs
Four-Character Compounds
胃が痛い
いがいたい
Stomach ache; Worry causing physical discomfort
Other kanji with the same meaning
“stomach”
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 胃 mean in Japanese?
胃 means stomach, paunch, crop, craw.
How do you read 胃?
On'yomi: イ (I).
How many strokes does 胃 have?
胃 has 9 strokes. Its radical is 肉 (meat).
Is 胃 a good kanji for a tattoo?
胃 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means stomach, paunch, crop, craw. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.
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