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Component Breakdown
哲=
折口
折 + mouth
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of break and mouth. Speaking philosophy.
Symbolism
Philosophy, philosopher, wise. Represents philosophy.
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
人生哲学
じんせいてつがく
philosophy of life; philosophy of life
明哲保身
めいてつほしん
wisdom and self-protection; wise and skilled in the art of self-protection; wisdom and self-protection
Proverbs & Idioms
哲人は身を修む
てつじんはみをおさむ
The philosopher cultivates oneself
Wise people continuously work on self-improvement
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 哲 mean in Japanese?
哲 means philosophy, clear.
How do you read 哲?
On'yomi: テツ (TETSU). Kun'yomi: さとい、あきらか (satoi, akiraka).
How many strokes does 哲 have?
哲 has 10 strokes. Its radical is 口 (mouth).
Is 哲 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 哲 (philosophy, clear) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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