綱
hawser · class (genus) · rope · cord · cable
Details
Stroke Order
Component Breakdown
thread + 岡
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of thread and hill. Strong thread.
Symbolism
Rope, outline, main principle. Represents thick rope.
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
綱紀粛正
こうきしゅくせい
enforcement of official discipline; tightening of discipline; eliminating corruption among government officials; enforcement of official discipline
Proverbs & Idioms
綱渡りの人生
つなわたりのじんせい
A tightrope life
Living precariously on the edge
Poetry
世の中は つねにもがもな 渚こぐ あまの小舟の 綱手かなしも
Poem #93 from Hyakunin Isshu
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 綱 mean in Japanese?
綱 means hawser, class (genus), rope, cord, cable.
How do you read 綱?
On'yomi: コウ (KOU). Kun'yomi: つな (tsuna).
How many strokes does 綱 have?
綱 has 14 strokes. Its radical is 糸 (silk).
Is 綱 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 綱 (hawser, class (genus), rope, cord, cable) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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