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Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of thread and flesh. Lineage, descendants.
Symbolism
Lineage, descendants, family. Represents blood connection.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Descendant of noble family
Component Breakdown
丿 + 幺 + moon + 乚
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
子胤を残す
しいんをのこす
To leave descendants
To continue ones lineage
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WikipediaFrequently Asked Questions
What does 胤 mean in Japanese?
胤 means descendent, issue, offspring.
How do you read 胤?
On'yomi: イン (IN). Kun'yomi: たね (tane).
How many strokes does 胤 have?
胤 has 9 strokes. Its radical is 肉 (meat).
Is 胤 a good kanji for a tattoo?
胤 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means descendent, issue, offspring. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.