衡
equilibrium · measuring rod · scale
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Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of go and horn. Measuring with horn.
Symbolism
Balance, equilibrium, scale. Represents balance.
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
合従連衡
がっしょうれんこう
alliance (of the Six Kingdoms against the Qin dynasty, and of individual Kingdoms with the Qin dynasty); (tactic of) making and breaking alliances (to benefit oneself as the occasion demands); resorting to alliances as a diplomatic expedient; alliance (of the Six Kingdoms against the Qin dynasty, and of individual Kingdoms with the Qin dynasty)
平衡感覚
へいこうかんかく
sense of equilibrium; sense of balance; sense of equilibrium
Proverbs & Idioms
均衡を保つ
きんこうをたもつ
To maintain balance
Keeping things in equilibrium
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 衡 mean in Japanese?
衡 means equilibrium, measuring rod, scale.
How do you read 衡?
On'yomi: コウ (KOU).
How many strokes does 衡 have?
衡 has 16 strokes. Its radical is 行 (go).
Is 衡 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 衡 (equilibrium, measuring rod, scale) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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