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On'yomi
キン・フク
KIN / FUKU
Kun'yomi
おお.い・ちきり・きれ
ooi / chikiri / kire

towel · hanging scroll · width · cloth radical (no. 50)

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Strokes3
Radicalcloth(3)

Stroke Order

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Strokes3

Cultural Context

Etymology

Shape of hanging cloth. Piece of cloth.

Symbolism

Cloth, hood, rag. Represents cloth.

Related Culture & Scenes

  • Weaving cloth

Words & Expressions

Proverbs & Idioms

幅を利かす

はばをきかす

To wield influence

To exercise power or authority

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 巾 mean in Japanese?

巾 means towel, hanging scroll, width, cloth radical (no. 50).

How do you read 巾?

On'yomi: キン、フク (KIN, FUKU). Kun'yomi: おお.い、ちきり、きれ (ooi, chikiri, kire).

How many strokes does 巾 have?

巾 has 3 strokes. Its radical is 巾 (cloth).

Is 巾 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 巾 (towel, hanging scroll, width, cloth radical (no. 50)) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.

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