鑑
specimen · take warning from · learn from
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Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of metal and watch. Metal mirror.
Symbolism
Appreciation, appraisal, yearbook. Represents discerning.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Era of war
Component Breakdown
metal + 監
Words & Expressions
Words written with 鑑
Proverbs & Idioms
他山の石を以て玉を磨く
たざんのいしをもってたまをみがく
Polish your gem with stones from other mountains
Learn from others' mistakes to improve yourself
Anime & Manga
転生貴族、鑑定スキルで成り上がる
As a Reincarnated Aristocrat, I'll Use My Appraisal Skill to Rise in the World
A well-known work with 鑑 in its Japanese title.
不遇職【鑑定士】が実は最強だった～奈落で鍛えた最強の【神眼】で無双する～
Even Given the Worthless “Appraiser” Class, I’m Actually the Strongest
A well-known work with 鑑 in its Japanese title.
Related Figures & Stories
鑑真
Name contains 鑑
Jianzhen , also known by his Japanese name Ganjin , was a Tang Chinese monk who helped to propagate Buddhism in Japan.
WikipediaFrequently Asked Questions
What does 鑑 mean in Japanese?
鑑 means specimen, take warning from, learn from.
How do you read 鑑?
On'yomi: カン (KAN). Kun'yomi: かんが.みる、かがみ (kangamiru, kagami).
How many strokes does 鑑 have?
鑑 has 23 strokes. Its radical is 金 (gold).
Is 鑑 a good kanji for a tattoo?
鑑 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means specimen, take warning from, learn from. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.