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On'yomi
KU
Kun'yomi
こま
koma

pony · horse · colt

Details

Strokes15
Frequency#1452
Radicalhorse(10)

Stroke Order

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Strokes15

Component Breakdown

=

horse + 句

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of horse and phrase. Small horse.

Symbolism

Chess piece, pony, piece. Represents game piece.

Related Culture & Scenes

  • Riding a horse

Words & Expressions

Proverbs & Idioms

将棋の駒に成る

しょうぎのこまになる

To become a shogi piece

To be manipulated by others

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 駒 mean in Japanese?

駒 means pony, horse, colt.

How do you read 駒?

On'yomi: ク (KU). Kun'yomi: こま (koma).

How many strokes does 駒 have?

駒 has 15 strokes. Its radical is 馬 (horse).

Is 駒 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 駒 (pony, horse, colt) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.

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