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On'yomi
ガク
GAKU
Kun'yomi
あご・あぎと
ago / agito

jaw · chin · gill

Details

Strokes18
Radicalpage(9)

Stroke Order

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Strokes18

Component Breakdown

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咢 + head

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of phonetic and head. Jaw part of face.

Symbolism

Jaw, chin, chewing. Represents lower part of face.

Words & Expressions

Four-Character Compounds

顎で使う

あごでつかう

To order with your chin; To boss people around arrogantly

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 顎 mean in Japanese?

顎 means jaw, chin, gill.

How do you read 顎?

On'yomi: ガク (GAKU). Kun'yomi: あご、あぎと (ago, agito).

How many strokes does 顎 have?

顎 has 18 strokes. Its radical is 頁 (page).

Is 顎 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 顎 (jaw, chin, gill) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.

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