表
surface · table · chart · diagram
Details
Stroke Order
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of clothing and hair. Clothing hair.
Symbolism
Surface, face, expression. Represents surface.
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
意思表示
いしひょうじ
expressing one's feelings; communicating one's intention; declaration of intent; expressing one's feelings
表裏一体
ひょうりいったい
the two views (of an object) referring to the same thing; being inseparable like the two sides of an object; two sides of the same coin; the two views (of an object) referring to the same thing
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 表 mean in Japanese?
表 means surface, table, chart, diagram.
How do you read 表?
On'yomi: ヒョウ (HYOU). Kun'yomi: おもて、-おもて、あらわ.す、あらわ.れる、あら.わす (omote, omote, arawasu, arawareru, arawasu).
How many strokes does 表 have?
表 has 8 strokes. Its radical is 衣 (clothes).
Is 表 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 表 (surface, table, chart, diagram) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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