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系
On'yomi
ケイ
KEI
lineage · system
Details
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Component Breakdown
系=
丿糸
丿 + thread
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of thread and ice. Connection of thread.
Symbolism
System, lineage, series. Represents connection.
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
万世一系
ばんせいいっけい
unbroken imperial line; unbroken imperial line
Proverbs & Idioms
系統立てて学ぶ
けいとうだててまなぶ
To learn systematically
Study in an organized, methodical way
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 系 mean in Japanese?
系 means lineage, system.
How do you read 系?
On'yomi: ケイ (KEI).
How many strokes does 系 have?
系 has 7 strokes. Its radical is 糸 (silk).
Is 系 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 系 (lineage, system) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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