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認
On'yomi
ニン
NIN
Kun'yomi
みと.める・したた.める
mitomeru / shitatameru
acknowledge · witness · discern · recognize · appreciate · believe
Details
Stroke Order
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Component Breakdown
認=
言忍
speech + 忍
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of words and endure. Recognizing with endurance.
Symbolism
Recognition, certification, approval. Represents recognizing.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Living in the present
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
認めるのは弱さではない
みとめるのはよわさではない
Admitting is not weakness
Acknowledging mistakes shows strength
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 認 mean in Japanese?
認 means acknowledge, witness, discern, recognize, appreciate, believe.
How do you read 認?
On'yomi: ニン (NIN). Kun'yomi: みと.める、したた.める (mitomeru, shitatameru).
How many strokes does 認 have?
認 has 14 strokes. Its radical is 言 (speech).
Is 認 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 認 (acknowledge, witness, discern, recognize, appreciate, believe) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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