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Strokes19
Component Breakdown
覇=
覀䩗
覀 + 䩗
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of leather, moon, and west. Western leather supremacy.
Symbolism
Hegemony, champion, conquest. Represents supremacy.
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
覇道を行く
はどうをいく
Walk the path of hegemony
Seek power through force
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 覇 mean in Japanese?
覇 means hegemony, supremacy, leadership, champion.
How do you read 覇?
On'yomi: ハ、ハク (HA, HAKU). Kun'yomi: はたがしら (hatagashira).
How many strokes does 覇 have?
覇 has 19 strokes. Its radical is 襾 (west).
Is 覇 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 覇 (hegemony, supremacy, leadership, champion) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.