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On'yomi
カン
KAN

perfect · completion · end

Details

Strokes7
Frequency#595
Radicalroof(3)

Stroke Order

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Strokes7

Component Breakdown

=

roof + 元

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of roof and origin. House being completed.

Symbolism

Completion, perfect, finish. Represents reaching the end.

Words & Expressions

Four-Character Compounds

完全無欠

かんぜんむけつ

flawless; absolute perfection; flawless

完全燃焼

かんぜんねんしょう

complete combustion; perfect combustion; giving one's all; complete combustion

Proverbs & Idioms

完璧を求めれば何も始まらず

かんぺきをもとめればなにもはじまらず

Seeking perfection means nothing begins

Perfectionism can prevent you from taking action

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 完 mean in Japanese?

完 means perfect, completion, end.

How do you read 完?

On'yomi: カン (KAN).

How many strokes does 完 have?

完 has 7 strokes. Its radical is 宀 (roof).

Is 完 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 完 (perfect, completion, end) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.

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