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錮
On'yomi
コ
KO
Kun'yomi
ふさ.ぐ
fusagu
confinement · to tie
Details
Strokes16
Radical金gold(8)
Stroke Order
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Strokes16
Component Breakdown
錮=
金固
metal + 固
Cultural Context
Etymology
Combines 'metal' (金) with 'solid' (固), representing confining tightly with metal—imprisonment.
Symbolism
Symbolizes confinement, imprisonment, and fixing. Represents restraint that deprives freedom.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 錮 mean in Japanese?
錮 means confinement, to tie.
How do you read 錮?
On'yomi: コ (KO). Kun'yomi: ふさ.ぐ (fusagu).
How many strokes does 錮 have?
錮 has 16 strokes. Its radical is 金 (gold).
Is 錮 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 錮 (confinement, to tie) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.