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谷
On'yomi
コク
KOKU
Kun'yomi
たに・きわ.まる
tani / kiwamaru
valley
Details
Strokes7
Frequency#508
Radical谷valley(7)
Stroke Order
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Cultural Context
Etymology
Shape between mountains. Valley.
Symbolism
Valley, gorge, ravine. Represents valley.
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
深山幽谷
しんざんゆうこく
deep mountain valleys; deep mountain valleys
Proverbs & Idioms
谷底から這い上がる
たにぞこからはいあがる
To climb up from the valley floor
To recover from the worst situation
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 谷 mean in Japanese?
谷 means valley.
How do you read 谷?
On'yomi: コク (KOKU). Kun'yomi: たに、きわ.まる (tani, kiwamaru).
How many strokes does 谷 have?
谷 has 7 strokes. Its radical is 谷 (valley).
Is 谷 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 谷 (valley) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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