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嘲
On'yomi
チョウ・トウ
CHOU / TOU
Kun'yomi
あざけ.る
azakeru
ridicule · insult
Details
Strokes15
Radical口mouth(3)
Stroke Order
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Strokes15
Cultural Context
Etymology
Combines 'mouth' (口) with 'morning' (朝), representing mocking and laughing at others with words.
Symbolism
Symbolizes ridicule, contempt, and irony. Represents negative attitudes of laughing down at others.
Component Breakdown
嘲=
口朝
mouth + 朝
Words & Expressions
Words written with 嘲
Other kanji with the same meaning
“ridicule”
“insult”
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 嘲 mean in Japanese?
嘲 means ridicule, insult.
How do you read 嘲?
On'yomi: チョウ、トウ (CHOU, TOU). Kun'yomi: あざけ.る (azakeru).
How many strokes does 嘲 have?
嘲 has 15 strokes. Its radical is 口 (mouth).
Is 嘲 a good kanji for a tattoo?
嘲 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means ridicule, insult. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.