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銘

On'yomi
メイ
MEI

inscription · signature (of artisan)

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Details

Strokes14
Frequency#1394
Radical金gold(8)

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Strokes14

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of metal and name. Metal name.

Symbolism

Inscription, brand, impression. Represents inscription.

Component Breakdown

銘=
金名

metal + 名

Words & Expressions

Words written with 銘

銘柄めいがらbrand
銘記めいきkeep in mind
感銘かんめいdeep impression

Four-Character Compounds

正真正銘

しょうしんしょうめい

genuine; authentic; true

Similar Kanji

銀14銭14銃14銅14銑14鉄13鈴13鉱13

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 銘 mean in Japanese?

銘 means inscription, signature (of artisan).

How do you read 銘?

On'yomi: メイ (MEI).

How many strokes does 銘 have?

銘 has 14 strokes. Its radical is 金 (gold).

Is 銘 a good kanji for a tattoo?

銘 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means inscription, signature (of artisan). Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.