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On'yomi
サツ・サク
SATSU / SAKU
Kun'yomi
ふみ
fumi

tome · counter for books · volume

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Strokes5
Frequency#1313

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Strokes5

Cultural Context

Etymology

Shape of bound bamboo slips. Book.

Symbolism

Booklet, one volume, fascicle. Represents book.

Related Culture & Scenes

  • Unraveling a book

Words & Expressions

Proverbs & Idioms

一冊は千の師

いっさつはせんのし

One book equals a thousand teachers

A good book is worth many mentors

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 冊 mean in Japanese?

冊 means tome, counter for books, volume.

How do you read 冊?

On'yomi: サツ、サク (SATSU, SAKU). Kun'yomi: ふみ (fumi).

How many strokes does 冊 have?

冊 has 5 strokes. Its radical is 冂 (upside down box).

Is 冊 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 冊 (tome, counter for books, volume) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.

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