What does kanji 號 mean?

The primary meaning of kanji 號 is mark.

How is kanji 號 read?

The kunyomi readings for kanji 號 are さけ.ぶ, よびな; the onyomi readings are コウ.

Example words that use kanji 號 include 號.

Kanken 1 / Pre-Level 1

號

Meaning

mark

mark, number, sign, symbol

Stroke Order

Variant: 号 (Shinjitai)

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ごう

size (of printing types, canvases, knitting needles, etc.)

5 reference sentences

箱に赤い號が付いている。

The box has a red mark on it.

この部品には號が刻まれている。

A symbol is engraved on this part.

受付で三號の札を受け取った。

I received number three at the reception desk.

作家は別の號で作品を発表した。

The writer published the work under another name.

地図の號を見れば入口がわかる。

If you look at the sign on the map, you can find the entrance.

Context Links Usage in Anime Open to see character names and anime titles. 2 related entries

Real-world usage of this kanji in character names and anime titles on Anime.Jepang.org.