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On'yomi
キュウ
KYUU

class · rank · grade

Details

Strokes9
Frequency#785
Radicalsilk(6)

Stroke Order

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Strokes9

Component Breakdown

=

thread + 及

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of thread and reach. Level thread reaches.

Symbolism

Class, grade, year. Represents level and rank.

Words & Expressions

Four-Character Compounds

特権階級

とっけんかいきゅう

privileged class; privileged class

Proverbs & Idioms

上には上がある

うえにはうえがある

There is always someone above

No matter how good you are, someone is better

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 級 mean in Japanese?

級 means class, rank, grade.

How do you read 級?

On'yomi: キュウ (KYUU).

How many strokes does 級 have?

級 has 9 strokes. Its radical is 糸 (silk).

Is 級 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 級 (class, rank, grade) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.

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