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京
On'yomi
キョウ・ケイ・キン
KYOU / KEI / KIN
Kun'yomi
みやこ
miyako
capital · 10**16
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes8
Component Breakdown
京=
亠口小
亠 + mouth + small
Cultural Context
Etymology
Shape of tall building (pavilion). Great capital city.
Symbolism
Capital, metropolis, Kyoto. '京' is center of culture and politics.
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
京の夢大阪の夢
きょうのゆめおおさかのゆめ
Dreams of Kyoto and Osaka
Auspicious first dreams of the new year
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 京 mean in Japanese?
京 means capital, 10**16.
How do you read 京?
On'yomi: キョウ、ケイ、キン (KYOU, KEI, KIN). Kun'yomi: みやこ (miyako).
How many strokes does 京 have?
京 has 8 strokes. Its radical is 亠 (lid).
Is 京 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 京 (capital, 10**16) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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