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限
On'yomi
ゲン
GEN
Kun'yomi
かぎ.る・かぎ.り・-かぎ.り
kagiru / kagiri / kagiri
limit · restrict · to best of ability
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes9
Component Breakdown
限=
阝艮
hill + 艮
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of hill and phonetic. Limit of hill.
Symbolism
Limit, restriction, deadline. Represents boundary.
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
限りある命
かぎりあるいのち
Life is limited
Life is finite
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 限 mean in Japanese?
限 means limit, restrict, to best of ability.
How do you read 限?
On'yomi: ゲン (GEN). Kun'yomi: かぎ.る、かぎ.り、-かぎ.り (kagiru, kagiri, kagiri).
How many strokes does 限 have?
限 has 9 strokes. Its radical is 阜 (mound).
Is 限 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 限 (limit, restrict, to best of ability) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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