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On'yomi
カン
KAN
Kun'yomi
つよ.い
tsuyoi

strong · just · righteous · peace-loving

powerfulpeaceful

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Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of person and phonetic. Strong and just person.

Symbolism

Upright, sincere, strong. Represents straight character.

Related Culture & Scenes

  • Showing strength

Words & Expressions

Four-Character Compounds

侃侃諤諤

かんかんがくがく

outspoken; arguing (heatedly) what one believes in; insisting on something without restraint; outspoken