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On'yomi
コウ
KOU

ease · peace

Details

Strokes11
Frequency#760
Radical广dotted cliff(3)

Stroke Order

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Strokes11

Component Breakdown

=
广

cliff + 隶

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of roof and phonetic. Peaceful house.

Symbolism

Health, peace, tranquility. Represents wellness.

Related Culture & Scenes

  • Peaceful days

Words & Expressions

Four-Character Compounds

健康第一

けんこうだいいち

Health comes first; Nothing is more important than health

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 康 mean in Japanese?

康 means ease, peace.

How do you read 康?

On'yomi: コウ (KOU).

How many strokes does 康 have?

康 has 11 strokes. Its radical is 广 (dotted cliff).

Is 康 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 康 (ease, peace) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.

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