項
paragraph · nape of neck · clause · item · term (expression)
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Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of craft and head. Back of neck.
Symbolism
Item, matter, clause. Represents section.
Component Breakdown
工 + head
Words & Expressions
Words written with 項
Proverbs & Idioms
項を垂れる
うなじをたれる
To bow one's head in shame
Hanging the head in embarrassment
Related Figures & Stories
項羽
Name contains 項
Xiang Yu , born Xiang Ji, was a Chinese warlord who founded and led the short-lived kingdom-state of Western Chu during the interregnum period…
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does 項 mean in Japanese?
項 means paragraph, nape of neck, clause, item, term (expression).
How do you read 項?
On'yomi: コウ (KOU). Kun'yomi: うなじ (unaji).
How many strokes does 項 have?
項 has 12 strokes. Its radical is 頁 (page).
Is 項 a good kanji for a tattoo?
項 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means paragraph, nape of neck, clause, item, term (expression). Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.