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頰
On'yomi
キョウ
KYOU
Kun'yomi
ほお・ほほ
hoo / hoho
cheeks · jaw
Details
Strokes16
Radical頁page(9)
Stroke Order
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Strokes16
Cultural Context
Etymology
Combines 'head' (頁) with 'both sides' (夾), representing cheeks on both sides of the face. Variant of 頬.
Symbolism
Symbolizes cheeks, expression, and emotion. Represents the facial part showing emotions and youthful health.
Component Breakdown
頰=
夾頁
夾 + head
Other kanji with the same meaning
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 頰 mean in Japanese?
頰 means cheeks, jaw.
How do you read 頰?
On'yomi: キョウ (KYOU). Kun'yomi: ほお、ほほ (hoo, hoho).
How many strokes does 頰 have?
頰 has 16 strokes. Its radical is 頁 (page).
Is 頰 a good kanji for a tattoo?
頰 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means cheeks, jaw. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.
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