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On'yomi
ハン
HAN

conveyor · carry · transport

Details

Strokes13
Frequency#1664
Radicalhand(4)

Stroke Order

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Strokes13

Component Breakdown

=

hand + 般

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of hand and general. Carrying with hand.

Symbolism

Carry in, transport, convey. Represents carrying.

Words & Expressions

Four-Character Compounds

搬出搬入

はんしゅつはんにゅう

Carry out and bring in; Moving things in and out

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 搬 mean in Japanese?

搬 means conveyor, carry, transport.

How do you read 搬?

On'yomi: ハン (HAN).

How many strokes does 搬 have?

搬 has 13 strokes. Its radical is 手 (hand).

Is 搬 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 搬 (conveyor, carry, transport) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.

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