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鼓
On'yomi
コ
KO
Kun'yomi
つづみ
tsuzumi
drum · beat · rouse · muster
Details
Strokes13
Frequency#1795
Radical鼓drum(13)
Stroke Order
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Strokes13
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of drum stand and branch. Drum supported and struck.
Symbolism
Drum, inspire, heartbeat. Represents percussion.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Enjoying a meal
Component Breakdown
鼓=
壴支
壴 + 支
Words & Expressions
Words written with 鼓
Four-Character Compounds
鼓舞激励
こぶげきれい
encouragement
旗鼓堂々
きこどうどう
with colors flying and band playing; triumphantly; in splendid array
鼓腹撃壌
こふくげきじょう
(people) sing the praises (enjoy the blessings) of peace
Other kanji with the same meaning
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 鼓 mean in Japanese?
鼓 means drum, beat, rouse, muster.
How do you read 鼓?
On'yomi: コ (KO). Kun'yomi: つづみ (tsuzumi).
How many strokes does 鼓 have?
鼓 has 13 strokes. Its radical is 鼓 (drum).
Is 鼓 a good kanji for a tattoo?
鼓 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means drum, beat, rouse, muster. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.