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規
On'yomi
キ
KI
standard · measure
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes11
Component Breakdown
規=
夫見
夫 + see
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of man and see. Standard man sees.
Symbolism
Rule, scale, standard. Represents regulations and standards.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Standing up
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
杓子定規
しゃくしじょうぎ
strict; hidebound; inflexible; strict
規制緩和
きせいかんわ
deregulation; removal (easing) of (official) restrictions; relaxation of regulations; deregulation
規矩準縄
きくじゅんじょう
rules and standards; norms; criteria; rules and standards
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 規 mean in Japanese?
規 means standard, measure.
How do you read 規?
On'yomi: キ (KI).
How many strokes does 規 have?
規 has 11 strokes. Its radical is 見 (see).
Is 規 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 規 (standard, measure) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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