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On'yomi
イン
IN

Inst. · institution · temple · mansion · school

Details

Strokes10
Frequency#150
Radicalmound(8)

Stroke Order

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Strokes10

Component Breakdown

=

hill + 完

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of hill (阝) and complete (完). Completed building, institution.

Symbolism

Institution, academy, hospital. Suffix indicating specialized facility.

Related Culture & Scenes

  • Visiting a temple

Words & Expressions

Four-Character Compounds

院の御所

いんのごしょ

The palace of the retired emperor; A symbol of hidden authority

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 院 mean in Japanese?

院 means Inst., institution, temple, mansion, school.

How do you read 院?

On'yomi: イン (IN).

How many strokes does 院 have?

院 has 10 strokes. Its radical is 阜 (mound).

Is 院 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 院 (Inst., institution, temple, mansion, school) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.

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