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額
On'yomi
ガク
GAKU
Kun'yomi
ひたい
hitai
forehead · tablet · plaque · framed picture · sum · amount · volume
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes18
Component Breakdown
額=
客頁
客 + head
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of guest and head. Front part of head.
Symbolism
Amount, frame, forehead. Represents quantity and head part.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Summer heat
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
額に汗して働く
ひたいにあせしてはたらく
To work with sweat on your brow
To work hard and earnestly
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 額 mean in Japanese?
額 means forehead, tablet, plaque, framed picture, sum, amount, volume.
How do you read 額?
On'yomi: ガク (GAKU). Kun'yomi: ひたい (hitai).
How many strokes does 額 have?
額 has 18 strokes. Its radical is 頁 (page).
Is 額 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 額 (forehead, tablet, plaque, framed picture, sum, amount, volume) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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