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Cultural Context
Etymology
Combines 'head' (頁) with 'dog' (犬) and 'rice' (米), representing grouping things with similar characteristics.
Symbolism
Symbolizes kinds, classification, and similar beings. Represents companions connected by commonalities and orderly organization.
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
親類縁者
しんるいえんじゃ
one's relatives by blood and marriage (in blood and law); one's kith and kin; one's relatives by blood and marriage (in blood and law)
異類異形
いるいいぎょう
strange-looking creatures; spirits and goblins; strange-looking creatures
天下無類
てんかむるい
peerless (unparalleled, matchless, unequaled) in the country; peerless (unparalleled, matchless, unequaled) in the country
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 類 mean in Japanese?
類 means sort, kind, variety, class, genus.
How do you read 類?
On'yomi: ルイ (RUI). Kun'yomi: たぐ.い (tagui).
How many strokes does 類 have?
類 has 18 strokes. Its radical is 頁 (page).
Is 類 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 類 (sort, kind, variety, class, genus) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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