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幸
On'yomi
コウ
KOU
Kun'yomi
さいわ.い・さち・しあわ.せ
saiwai / sachi / shiawase
happiness · blessing · fortune
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Strokes8
Cultural Context
Etymology
Shape of handcuffs. Happiness of escaping punishment.
Symbolism
Happiness, fortune, luck. Represents happiness.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Singing a song
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
幸災楽禍
こうさいらくか
delighting in the misfortune of others; delighting in the misfortune of others
Proverbs & Idioms
幸運の女神は前髪しかない
こううんのめがみはまえがみしかない
Fortune has hair only in front
Seize the moment
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 幸 mean in Japanese?
幸 means happiness, blessing, fortune.
How do you read 幸?
On'yomi: コウ (KOU). Kun'yomi: さいわ.い、さち、しあわ.せ (saiwai, sachi, shiawase).
How many strokes does 幸 have?
幸 has 8 strokes. Its radical is 干 (dry).
Is 幸 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 幸 (happiness, blessing, fortune) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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