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On'yomi
I

stomach · paunch · crop · craw

Details

Strokes9
Frequency#1647
Radicalmeat(6)

Stroke Order

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Strokes9

Component Breakdown

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field + moon

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of field and flesh. Bag of flesh.

Symbolism

Stomach, digestion, appetite. Represents digestive organ.

Related Culture & Scenes

  • Stomach-friendly meal

Words & Expressions

Four-Character Compounds

胃が痛い

いがいたい

Stomach ache; Worry causing physical discomfort

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?

Yes. 胃 (stomach, paunch, crop, craw) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.

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