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On'yomi
コ・ゴ
KO / GO

ancestral offering receptacle · coral

Details

Strokes13
Radicaljade(5)

Stroke Order

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Strokes13

Component Breakdown

=

king + 胡

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of jade and barbarian. Jade of Hu.

Symbolism

Coral, coral reef, jewel. Represents sea jewel.

Words & Expressions

Proverbs & Idioms

珊瑚の如し

さんごのごとし

Like coral

Something beautiful and precious

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 瑚 mean in Japanese?

瑚 means ancestral offering receptacle, coral.

How do you read 瑚?

On'yomi: コ、ゴ (KO, GO).

How many strokes does 瑚 have?

瑚 has 13 strokes. Its radical is 玉 (jade).

Is 瑚 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 瑚 (ancestral offering receptacle, coral) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.