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特
On'yomi
トク
TOKU
special
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes10
Component Breakdown
特=
牛寺
cow + 寺
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of cow and temple. Special cow kept at temple.
Symbolism
Special, feature, unique. Represents being distinguished from others.
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
特筆大書
とくひつたいしょ
(printed or written in) large letters; (printed or written in) large letters
特権階級
とっけんかいきゅう
privileged class; privileged class
Proverbs & Idioms
特に取り立てて言うほどでもない
とくにとりたててゆうほどでもない
Nothing particularly noteworthy
Not especially remarkable or worth mentioning
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 特 mean in Japanese?
特 means special.
How do you read 特?
On'yomi: トク (TOKU).
How many strokes does 特 have?
特 has 10 strokes. Its radical is 牛 (cow).
Is 特 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 特 (special) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.