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On'yomi
オウ
OU

center · middle

Details

Strokes5
Frequency#582
Radicalbig(3)

Stroke Order

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Strokes5

Cultural Context

Etymology

Shape of person spreading arms at center.

Symbolism

Central, center, middle. Represents core of things.

Related Culture & Scenes

  • Standing in the center

Words & Expressions

Four-Character Compounds

中央突破

ちゅうおうとっぱ

Break through the center; To penetrate through the middle

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 央 mean in Japanese?

央 means center, middle.

How do you read 央?

On'yomi: オウ (OU).

How many strokes does 央 have?

央 has 5 strokes. Its radical is 大 (big).

Is 央 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 央 (center, middle) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.

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