割
proportion · comparatively · divide · cut · separate · split
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Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of harm and sword. Dividing with sword.
Symbolism
Division, ratio, role. Represents dividing.
Component Breakdown
害 + sword
Words & Expressions
Words written with 割
Four-Character Compounds
群雄割拠
ぐんゆうかっきょ
rivalry of local warlords; a number of powerful (talented, influential) persons standing by themselves in a given field
Proverbs & Idioms
割に合わない
わりにあわない
It doesn't pay off
The effort is not worth the reward
Other kanji with the same meaning
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 割 mean in Japanese?
割 means proportion, comparatively, divide, cut, separate, split.
How do you read 割?
On'yomi: カツ (KATSU). Kun'yomi: わ.る、わり、わ.り、わ.れる、さ.く (waru, wari, wari, wareru, saku).
How many strokes does 割 have?
割 has 12 strokes. Its radical is 刀 (knife).
Is 割 a good kanji for a tattoo?
割 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means proportion, comparatively, divide, cut, separate, split. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.
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