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剖
On'yomi
ボウ
BOU
divide
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Strokes10
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of stand, mouth, and sword. Dissecting with sword.
Symbolism
Dissection, autopsy, analysis. Represents dissecting.
Component Breakdown
剖=
咅刂
咅 + sword
Words & Expressions
Words written with 剖
解剖かいぼうautopsy
解剖学かいぼうがくanatomy
Other kanji with the same meaning
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 剖 mean in Japanese?
剖 means divide.
How do you read 剖?
On'yomi: ボウ (BOU).
How many strokes does 剖 have?
剖 has 10 strokes. Its radical is 刀 (knife).
Is 剖 a good kanji for a tattoo?
剖 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means divide. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.
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