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科
On'yomi
カ
KA
department · course · section
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes9
Component Breakdown
科=
禾斗
grain + 斗
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of grain and measure. Measuring grain.
Symbolism
Science, subject, classification. Represents system of knowledge.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Advancement of science
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
金科玉条
きんかぎょくじょう
golden rule (basic principle ensuring success in some activity); golden rule (basic principle ensuring success in some activity)
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 科 mean in Japanese?
科 means department, course, section.
How do you read 科?
On'yomi: カ (KA).
How many strokes does 科 have?
科 has 9 strokes. Its radical is 禾 (grain).
Is 科 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 科 (department, course, section) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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