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蚊
On'yomi
ブン
BUN
Kun'yomi
か
ka
mosquito
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes10
Component Breakdown
蚊=
虫文
insect + 文
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of insect and pattern. Insect with pattern.
Symbolism
Mosquito, pest, summer. Represents unpleasant summer insect.
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
蚊帳の外
かやのそと
Outside the mosquito net; To be left out or excluded
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 蚊 mean in Japanese?
蚊 means mosquito.
How do you read 蚊?
On'yomi: ブン (BUN). Kun'yomi: か (ka).
How many strokes does 蚊 have?
蚊 has 10 strokes. Its radical is 虫 (insect).
Is 蚊 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 蚊 (mosquito) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.