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鵬
On'yomi
ホウ
HOU
Kun'yomi
おおとり
ootori
phoenix
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes19
Component Breakdown
鵬=
朋鳥
朋 + bird
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of friend and bird. Friend bird.
Symbolism
Roc, giant bird, grand. Represents giant bird.
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
鵬程万里
ほうていばんり
(over) a great distance; (a long journey (flight, voyage)) to (from) a faraway place; (over) a great distance
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 鵬 mean in Japanese?
鵬 means phoenix.
How do you read 鵬?
On'yomi: ホウ (HOU). Kun'yomi: おおとり (ootori).
How many strokes does 鵬 have?
鵬 has 19 strokes. Its radical is 鳥 (bird).
Is 鵬 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 鵬 (phoenix) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.