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On'yomi
チョウ・トウ
CHOU / TOU
Kun'yomi
あざけ.る
azakeru

ridicule · insult

Details

Strokes15
Radicalmouth(3)

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Strokes15

Component Breakdown

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mouth + 朝

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.

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?

Yes. 嘲 (ridicule, insult) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.

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