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Kobu
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  • Hiraganatip:こぶ
  • Katakanatip:コブ
  • Householdstip:aprx. 50
  • English Syllablestip:ko-bu (2)
  • Japanese Moraetip:ko-bu (2)
  • English transcriptiontip:Kobu

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Kanji Names & Meanings - 4 variations

In Japanese culture, kanji are characters that originated from Chinese script, and the meaning of a name changes depending on the kanji characters chosen. Even surnames with the same pronunciation can have different meanings based on the kanji used. Below are the kanji variations for "Kobu," listed in order of popularity based on household usage in Japan.

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古布- Kobu -

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means "old, ancient, antique."

  • Old - Describes something that is from the past or has been around for a long time.

  • Ancient - Describes something that is very old or from a distant past.

  • Antiquated - Describes something that is old-fashioned or out of date.

  • Former - Describes something that was once in use but is no longer.

means "cloth, fabric."

  • Cloth - Fabric woven from hemp, ramie, or kuzu.

  • Spread - To lay out or distribute widely.

  • Currency - Ancient currency.

  • Householdstip: aprx. 50

古部- Kobu -

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means "old, ancient, antique."

  • Old - Describes something that is from the past or has been around for a long time.

  • Ancient - Describes something that is very old or from a distant past.

  • Antiquated - Describes something that is old-fashioned or out of date.

  • Former - Describes something that was once in use but is no longer.

means "section, department, category."

  • Group - A collection of people or things that are organized or classified together.

  • Govern - To exercise authority over, to direct or control.

  • Office - A place where business or public affairs are conducted.

  • Divide - To separate into parts or sections.

  • Village - A small settlement or community, typically one with a church and a few houses.

  • Counter - A word used to count the number of divided parts or sections.

  • Hill - A small elevation of land, usually rounded and not very high.

  • Bureau - A group of people in the imperial court who specialized in a particular task or duty.

  • Unit - A military formation consisting of a number of troops or personnel.

  • Householdstip: under 10

小部- Kobu -

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means "small, little, tiny."

  • Small - Refers to something that is of a small size or amount.

  • Insignificant - Refers to something that is not important or of little value.

  • Young - Refers to someone who is young in age.

  • Humble - Refers to someone who speaks of themselves in a humble manner.

  • Prefix - Used as a prefix to modify the meaning of a word or phrase.

means "section, department, category."

  • Group - A collection of people or things that are organized or classified together.

  • Govern - To exercise authority over, to direct or control.

  • Office - A place where business or public affairs are conducted.

  • Divide - To separate into parts or sections.

  • Village - A small settlement or community, typically one with a church and a few houses.

  • Counter - A word used to count the number of divided parts or sections.

  • Hill - A small elevation of land, usually rounded and not very high.

  • Bureau - A group of people in the imperial court who specialized in a particular task or duty.

  • Unit - A military formation consisting of a number of troops or personnel.

  • Householdstip: under 10

古武- Kobu -

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means "old, ancient, antique."

  • Old - Describes something that is from the past or has been around for a long time.

  • Ancient - Describes something that is very old or from a distant past.

  • Antiquated - Describes something that is old-fashioned or out of date.

  • Former - Describes something that was once in use but is no longer.

means "warrior, military, martial arts."

  • Strong And Fierce - Refers to strength and courage.

  • War - Refers to battle, warfare, and conflict.

  • Warrior - Refers to a strong person, a soldier, or a fighter.

  • Trace - Refers to the footprints of a predecessor or the legacy of a past endeavor.

  • To Succeed - Refers to taking up the mantle of a predecessor.

  • Unit Of Measurement - Refers to half the length of a step.

  • Householdstip: under 10

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