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Component Breakdown
究=
穴九
hole + 九
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of hole (穴) and nine (九). Pursuing to depths of a hole.
Symbolism
Research, pursuit, ultimate. Attitude of exploring essence of things.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Expanse of the sea
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
真相究明
しんそうきゅうめい
probe into the truth (of the matter); dig into the real facts of the case; get at the root of a matter; probe into the truth (of the matter)
Proverbs & Idioms
窮すれば通ず
きゅうすればつうず
When cornered, a way opens
Even in desperate situations, solutions emerge
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 究 mean in Japanese?
究 means research, study.
How do you read 究?
On'yomi: キュウ、ク (KYUU, KU). Kun'yomi: きわ.める (kiwameru).
How many strokes does 究 have?
究 has 7 strokes. Its radical is 穴 (cave).
Is 究 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 究 (research, study) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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