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Cultural Context
Etymology
Pictograph of concave shape.
Symbolism
Unevenness, dent, low. Represents surface depression.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Uneven road
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
凹凸がある
おうとつがある
To have ups and downs
Having an uneven surface
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 凹 mean in Japanese?
凹 means concave, hollow, sunken.
How do you read 凹?
On'yomi: オウ (OU). Kun'yomi: くぼ.む、へこ.む、ぼこ (kubomu, hekomu, boko).
How many strokes does 凹 have?
凹 has 5 strokes. Its radical is 凵 (container).
Is 凹 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 凹 (concave, hollow, sunken) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.