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Component Breakdown
珍=
王㐱
king + 㐱
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of jade and phonetic. Rare jade.
Symbolism
Rare, curiosity, treasure. Represents rarity.
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
珍味佳肴
ちんみかこう
rare delicacies; rare treat; rare delicacies
七珍万宝
しっちんまんぽう
the seven treasures and many other precious things; all the treasures in the world; the seven treasures and many other precious things
Proverbs & Idioms
珍しい物は七日
めずらしいものはなのか
The novelty lasts only seven days
Interest in new things quickly fades
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 珍 mean in Japanese?
珍 means rare, curious, strange.
How do you read 珍?
On'yomi: チン (CHIN). Kun'yomi: めずら.しい、たから (mezurashii, takara).
How many strokes does 珍 have?
珍 has 9 strokes. Its radical is 玉 (jade).
Is 珍 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 珍 (rare, curious, strange) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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