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Component Breakdown
航=
舟亢
boat + 亢
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of boat and high. Boat sailing high.
Symbolism
Navigation, aviation, voyage. Represents sailing.
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
航海に王道なし
こうかいにおうどうなし
There is no royal road to navigation
There are no shortcuts in sailing
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 航 mean in Japanese?
航 means navigate, sail, cruise, fly.
How do you read 航?
On'yomi: コウ (KOU).
How many strokes does 航 have?
航 has 10 strokes. Its radical is 舟 (boat).
Is 航 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 航 (navigate, sail, cruise, fly) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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