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紘
On'yomi
コウ
KOU
Kun'yomi
おおづな・つな・つなぐ
oozuna / tsuna / tsunagu
large
Details
Stroke Order
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Component Breakdown
紘=
糹厷
thread + 厷
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of thread and phonetic. Spreading thread.
Symbolism
Vast, wide, world. Represents expanse.
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
八紘一宇
はっこういちう
universal brotherhood; all eight corners of the world under one roof; universal brotherhood
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 紘 mean in Japanese?
紘 means large.
How do you read 紘?
On'yomi: コウ (KOU). Kun'yomi: おおづな、つな、つなぐ (oozuna, tsuna, tsunagu).
How many strokes does 紘 have?
紘 has 10 strokes. Its radical is 糸 (silk).
Is 紘 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 紘 (large) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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