斗
Big Dipper · ten sho (vol) · sake dipper · dots and cross radical (no. 68)
Details
Stroke Order
Cultural Context
Etymology
Shape of ladle. Measure.
Symbolism
Big Dipper, one to, measure. Represents measure.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Great presence
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
北斗七星
ほくとしちせい
the Big Dipper (asterism); the Plough; the Plow; the Big Dipper (asterism)
泰山北斗
たいざんほくと
great authority; eminent person; luminary; great authority
冷汗三斗
れいかんさんと
breaking into cold sweat when one is very embarrassed or scared; breaking into cold sweat when one is very embarrassed or scared
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 斗 mean in Japanese?
斗 means Big Dipper, ten sho (vol), sake dipper, dots and cross radical (no. 68).
How do you read 斗?
On'yomi: ト、トウ (TO, TOU).
How many strokes does 斗 have?
斗 has 4 strokes. Its radical is 斗 (dipper).
Is 斗 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 斗 (Big Dipper, ten sho (vol), sake dipper, dots and cross radical (no. 68)) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.