Back

On'yomi
ジュウ
JUU
Kun'yomi
つつ
tsutsu

gun · arms

Details

Strokes14
Frequency#1013
Radicalgold(8)

Stroke Order

Loading...
Strokes14

Component Breakdown

=

metal + 充

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of metal and fill. Weapon filled with metal.

Symbolism

Pistol, firearm, weapon. Represents gun.

Anime & Manga

トライガン

とらいがん

Trigun(1995)

anime/manga

Author: Yasuhiro Nightow

Story of an outlaw using guns in a Western-style world. 'Trigun' refers to a triple-barreled gun.

View on Amazon →

Games

メタルギアソリッド

Metal Gear Solid(1998)

PlayStation/PC

Developer: Konami

Stealth action using firearms. A story themed on war and nuclear weapons.

View on Amazon →

Words & Expressions

Proverbs & Idioms

銃後の守り

じゅうごのまもり

Guarding the home front

Support from those at home for those in battle

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 銃 mean in Japanese?

銃 means gun, arms.

How do you read 銃?

On'yomi: ジュウ (JUU). Kun'yomi: つつ (tsutsu).

How many strokes does 銃 have?

銃 has 14 strokes. Its radical is 金 (gold).

Is 銃 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 銃 (gun, arms) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.

Explore by meaning:kanji for gun · kanji for arms