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鳩
On'yomi
キュウ・ク
KYUU / KU
Kun'yomi
はと・あつ.める
hato / atsumeru
pigeon · dove
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Stroke Order
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Component Breakdown
鳩=
九鳥
九 + bird
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of nine and bird. Nine bird.
Symbolism
Dove, pigeon, peace. Represents dove.
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
鳩首協議
きゅうしゅきょうぎ
put heads together and confer; convene and discuss; go into a huddle (over); put heads together and confer
鳩首凝議
きゅうしゅぎょうぎ
put heads together and confer; convene and discuss; go into a huddle (over); put heads together and confer
鳩首謀議
きゅうしゅぼうぎ
go into a huddle (over); hold a secret conference (about); put heads together and conspire; go into a huddle (over)
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 鳩 mean in Japanese?
鳩 means pigeon, dove.
How do you read 鳩?
On'yomi: キュウ、ク (KYUU, KU). Kun'yomi: はと、あつ.める (hato, atsumeru).
How many strokes does 鳩 have?
鳩 has 13 strokes. Its radical is 鳥 (bird).
Is 鳩 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 鳩 (pigeon, dove) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.