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Component Breakdown
郷=
乡阝
乡 + hill
Cultural Context
Etymology
Shape of two people eating. Hometown.
Symbolism
Hometown, native place, return home. Represents birthplace.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Village life
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
近郷近在
きんごうきんざい
surrounding country; neighboring villages; surrounding country
Proverbs & Idioms
郷に入っては郷に従え
ごうにいってはごうにしたがえ
When in Rome, do as the Romans do
Follow local customs when visiting a new place
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 郷 mean in Japanese?
郷 means home town, village, native place, district.
How do you read 郷?
On'yomi: キョウ、ゴウ (KYOU, GOU). Kun'yomi: さと (sato).
How many strokes does 郷 have?
郷 has 11 strokes. Its radical is 邑 (city).
Is 郷 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 郷 (home town, village, native place, district) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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