The kanji 犬 represents "dog" or "canine." It signifies the animal itself, often associated with loyalty, companionship, and hunting. The character encapsulates the essence of a dog, a domesticated animal frequently found in human environments.

・On-yomi (音読み): ケン (ken) ・Kun-yomi (訓読み): いぬ (inu)

⚫︎ 犬犬を飼う Translation: To own a dog. ⚫︎ 犬犬小屋 Translation: Doghouse. ⚫︎ 盲導犬犬 Translation: Guide dog (for the visually impaired).

The kanji 犬 is a pictograph. It depicts a side view of a dog. Over time, the depiction has been simplified, but the essential shape of a dog, particularly its head and body, remains recognizable. This character's visual representation directly reflects its meaning.