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Cultural Context
Etymology
Pictograph of insect.
Symbolism
Insect, pest, bug. Represents insect.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Sound of insects
Seasonal
"Insect voices" is an autumn seasonal word. The culture of enjoying autumn insect songs—bell crickets, pine crickets—is uniquely Japanese autumn atmosphere.
Words & Expressions
Words written with 虫
Proverbs & Idioms
虫の居所が悪い
むしのいどころがわるい
The bug is in a bad spot
Being in a bad mood or easily irritated
Anime & Manga
弱虫ペダル
Yowamushi Pedal
A well-known work with 虫 in its Japanese title.
恋する寄生虫
Koisuru Kiseichuu
A well-known work with 虫 in its Japanese title.
バツイチで泣き虫なおとなりさん
Batsuichi de Nakimushi na Otonari-san
A well-known work with 虫 in its Japanese title.
Other kanji with the same meaning
“insect”
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 虫 mean in Japanese?
虫 means insect, bug, temper.
How do you read 虫?
On'yomi: チュウ、キ (CHUU, KI). Kun'yomi: むし (mushi).
How many strokes does 虫 have?
虫 has 6 strokes. Its radical is 虫 (insect).
Is 虫 a good kanji for a tattoo?
虫 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means insect, bug, temper. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.
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