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俺
On'yomi
エン
EN
Kun'yomi
おれ・われ
ore / ware
I · myself
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes10
Component Breakdown
俺=
亻奄
person + 奄
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of person and cover. Person emphasizing self.
Symbolism
Self-reference, masculine, casual. Represents casual male first person.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — My own way
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 俺 mean in Japanese?
俺 means I, myself.
How do you read 俺?
On'yomi: エン (EN). Kun'yomi: おれ、われ (ore, ware).
How many strokes does 俺 have?
俺 has 10 strokes. Its radical is 人 (person).
Is 俺 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 俺 (I, myself) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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