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銃
On'yomi
ジュウ
JUU
Kun'yomi
つつ
tsutsu
gun · arms
Details
Stroke Order
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Component Breakdown
銃=
金充
metal + 充
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of metal and fill. Weapon filled with metal.
Symbolism
Pistol, firearm, weapon. Represents gun.
Anime & Manga
トライガン
とらいがん
Trigun(1995)
Author: Yasuhiro Nightow
Story of an outlaw using guns in a Western-style world. 'Trigun' refers to a triple-barreled gun.
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メタルギアソリッド
Metal Gear Solid(1998)
Developer: Konami
Stealth action using firearms. A story themed on war and nuclear weapons.
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Proverbs & Idioms
銃後の守り
じゅうごのまもり
Guarding the home front
Support from those at home for those in battle
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 銃 mean in Japanese?
銃 means gun, arms.
How do you read 銃?
On'yomi: ジュウ (JUU). Kun'yomi: つつ (tsutsu).
How many strokes does 銃 have?
銃 has 14 strokes. Its radical is 金 (gold).
Is 銃 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 銃 (gun, arms) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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