谷

On'yomi

コク

KOKU

Kun'yomi

たに・きわ.まる

tani / kiwamaru

valley

Details

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Frequency#508

Radical谷valley(7)

Stroke Order

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Cultural Context

Etymology

Shape between mountains. Valley.

Symbolism

Valley, gorge, ravine. Represents valley.

Words & Expressions

Four-Character Compounds

深山幽谷

しんざんゆうこく

deep mountain valleys; deep mountain valleys

Proverbs & Idioms

谷底から這い上がる

たにぞこからはいあがる

To climb up from the valley floor

To recover from the worst situation

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 谷 mean in Japanese?

谷 means valley.

How do you read 谷?

On'yomi: コク (KOKU). Kun'yomi: たに、きわ.まる (tani, kiwamaru).

How many strokes does 谷 have?

谷 has 7 strokes. Its radical is 谷 (valley).

Is 谷 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 谷 (valley) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.

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