顕
appear · existing
Details
Stroke Order
Component Breakdown
显 + head
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of head and phonetic. Clearly appearing.
Symbolism
Remarkable, microscope, manifestation. Represents making clear.
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
破邪顕正
はじゃけんしょう
crushing evil and spreading the truth; crushing evil and spreading the truth
自己顕示
じこけんじ
making oneself conspicuous; pressing one's own cause; making oneself conspicuous
貴顕紳士
きけんしんし
gentlemen of (high) eminence; notables; dignitaries; gentlemen of (high) eminence
Proverbs & Idioms
顕現する真実
けんげんするしんじつ
Truth that manifests
Hidden truth coming to light
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 顕 mean in Japanese?
顕 means appear, existing.
How do you read 顕?
On'yomi: ケン (KEN). Kun'yomi: あきらか、あらわ.れる (akiraka, arawareru).
How many strokes does 顕 have?
顕 has 18 strokes. Its radical is 頁 (page).
Is 顕 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 顕 (appear, existing) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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