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堪
On'yomi
カン・タン
KAN / TAN
Kun'yomi
た.える・たま.る・こら.える・こた.える
taeru / tamaru / koraeru / kotaeru
withstand · endure · support · resist
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes12
Component Breakdown
堪=
土甚
earth + 甚
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of earth and extreme. Enduring like earth.
Symbolism
Proficient, endure, durable. Represents enduring.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Standing up
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
堪忍袋の緒が切れる
かんにんぶくろのおがきれる
The string of the patience bag breaks
To reach the end of one's patience and explode in anger
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 堪 mean in Japanese?
堪 means withstand, endure, support, resist.
How do you read 堪?
On'yomi: カン、タン (KAN, TAN). Kun'yomi: た.える、たま.る、こら.える、こた.える (taeru, tamaru, koraeru, kotaeru).
How many strokes does 堪 have?
堪 has 12 strokes. Its radical is 土 (earth).
Is 堪 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 堪 (withstand, endure, support, resist) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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