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像
On'yomi
ゾウ
ZOU
statue · picture · image · figure · portrait
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes14
Component Breakdown
像=
亻象
person + 象
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of person and elephant. Person like elephant statue.
Symbolism
Statue, Buddha statue, image. Represents statue.
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
偶像崇拝
ぐうぞうすうはい
idolatry; idol worship; idolatry
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 像 mean in Japanese?
像 means statue, picture, image, figure, portrait.
How do you read 像?
On'yomi: ゾウ (ZOU).
How many strokes does 像 have?
像 has 14 strokes. Its radical is 人 (person).
Is 像 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 像 (statue, picture, image, figure, portrait) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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