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級
On'yomi
キュウ
KYUU
class · rank · grade
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes9
Component Breakdown
級=
糹及
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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