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覆
On'yomi
フク
FUKU
Kun'yomi
おお.う・くつがえ.す・くつがえ.る
oou / kutsugaesu / kutsugaeru
capsize · cover · shade · mantle · be ruined
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes18
Component Breakdown
覆=
覀復
覀 + 復
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of cover and repeat. Covering repeat.
Symbolism
Cover, overturn, mask. Represents covering.
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
翻雲覆雨
ほんうんふくう
fickle friendship; fickle friendship
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 覆 mean in Japanese?
覆 means capsize, cover, shade, mantle, be ruined.
How do you read 覆?
On'yomi: フク (FUKU). Kun'yomi: おお.う、くつがえ.す、くつがえ.る (oou, kutsugaesu, kutsugaeru).
How many strokes does 覆 have?
覆 has 18 strokes. Its radical is 襾 (west).
Is 覆 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 覆 (capsize, cover, shade, mantle, be ruined) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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