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鯉
On'yomi
リ
RI
Kun'yomi
こい
koi
carp
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes18
Component Breakdown
鯉=
魚里
fish + village
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of fish and village. Fish of village.
Symbolism
Carp streamer, love, success. Represents Japanese good luck.
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
鯉の滝登り
こいのたきのぼり
A carp climbing a waterfall
Rising to success against all odds
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 鯉 mean in Japanese?
鯉 means carp.
How do you read 鯉?
On'yomi: リ (RI). Kun'yomi: こい (koi).
How many strokes does 鯉 have?
鯉 has 18 strokes. Its radical is 魚 (fish).
Is 鯉 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 鯉 (carp) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.