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On'yomi
CHI
Kun'yomi
ね・あたい
ne / atai

price · cost · value

Details

Strokes10
Frequency#518
Radicalperson(2)

Stroke Order

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Strokes10

Component Breakdown

=

person + 直

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of person and straight. Person worth straight.

Symbolism

Value, price, worth. Represents value.

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Words & Expressions

Four-Character Compounds

希少価値

きしょうかち

scarcity value; rarity value; preciousness; scarcity value

利用価値

りようかち

utility value; utility value

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 値 mean in Japanese?

値 means price, cost, value.

How do you read 値?

On'yomi: チ (CHI). Kun'yomi: ね、あたい (ne, atai).

How many strokes does 値 have?

値 has 10 strokes. Its radical is 人 (person).

Is 値 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 値 (price, cost, value) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.

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