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On'yomi
ゲン
GEN
Kun'yomi
ふなばた・ふなべり
funabata / funaberi

gunwale

Details

Strokes11
Radicalboat(6)

Stroke Order

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Strokes11

Component Breakdown

=

boat + 玄

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of boat and mysterious. Edge of boat.

Symbolism

Gunwale, side of ship, voyage. Represents ship's side.

Words & Expressions

Proverbs & Idioms

舷側に立つ

げんそくにたつ

To stand at the gunwale

Standing at the edge, surveying the situation

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 舷 mean in Japanese?

舷 means gunwale.

How do you read 舷?

On'yomi: ゲン (GEN). Kun'yomi: ふなばた、ふなべり (funabata, funaberi).

How many strokes does 舷 have?

舷 has 11 strokes. Its radical is 舟 (boat).

Is 舷 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 舷 (gunwale) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.