The kanji 筆 means "writing brush" or "pen." It refers to the tool traditionally used for calligraphy and painting in East Asia. The character encapsulates the idea of creation and expression through the strokes of a brush or pen. It suggests the instrument used for writing, painting, and recording ideas.

・On-yomi (音読み): ヒツ (hitsu) ・Kun-yomi (訓読み): ふで (fude)

⚫︎筆記用具 Translation: Writing instruments ⚫︎筆者 Translation: Author; writer ⚫︎万年筆 Translation: Fountain pen

The kanji 筆 is a pictograph. It originally depicted a brush held in a hand. The top part represents the bamboo or wood handle of the brush, and the bottom part shows the brush's bristles. Over time, the character has been simplified, but the essence of the writing brush remains visible.