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Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of vehicle and reason. Center of vehicle.
Symbolism
Axis, center, standard. Represents central thing.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Unraveling a book
Component Breakdown
軸=
車由
car + 由
Words & Expressions
Words written with 軸
Proverbs & Idioms
軸がぶれない
じくがぶれない
An unwavering axis
Staying true to core principles
Other kanji with the same meaning
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 軸 mean in Japanese?
軸 means axis, pivot, stem, stalk, counter for book scrolls.
How do you read 軸?
On'yomi: ジク (JIKU).
How many strokes does 軸 have?
軸 has 12 strokes. Its radical is 車 (car).
Is 軸 a good kanji for a tattoo?
軸 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means axis, pivot, stem, stalk, counter for book scrolls. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.