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郭
On'yomi
カク
KAKU
Kun'yomi
くるわ
kuruwa
enclosure · quarters · fortification · red-light district
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes11
Component Breakdown
郭=
享阝
享 + hill
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of receive and city. Town surrounded by walls.
Symbolism
Castle wall, outline, frame. Represents enclosure.
Related Culture & Scenes
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Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
城郭は内より崩る
じょうかくはうちよりくずる
Castles crumble from within
Organizations collapse due to internal problems
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 郭 mean in Japanese?
郭 means enclosure, quarters, fortification, red-light district.
How do you read 郭?
On'yomi: カク (KAKU). Kun'yomi: くるわ (kuruwa).
How many strokes does 郭 have?
郭 has 11 strokes. Its radical is 邑 (city).
Is 郭 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 郭 (enclosure, quarters, fortification, red-light district) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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