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On'yomi
KA
Kun'yomi
なべ
nabe

pot · pan · kettle

Details

Strokes17
Frequency#1810
Radicalgold(8)

Stroke Order

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Strokes17

Component Breakdown

=

metal + 咼

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of metal and phonetic. Metal pot.

Symbolism

Pot, hot pot, earthen pot. Represents pot.

Words & Expressions

Proverbs & Idioms

同じ釜の飯を食う

おなじかまのめしをくう

Eating rice from the same pot

Sharing experiences, being close companions

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 鍋 mean in Japanese?

鍋 means pot, pan, kettle.

How do you read 鍋?

On'yomi: カ (KA). Kun'yomi: なべ (nabe).

How many strokes does 鍋 have?

鍋 has 17 strokes. Its radical is 金 (gold).

Is 鍋 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 鍋 (pot, pan, kettle) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.

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