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On'yomi
ボウ・ボッ
BOU / BO

boy · priest's residence · priest

Details

Strokes7
Frequency#1832
Radicalearth(3)

Stroke Order

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Strokes7

Component Breakdown

=

earth + 方

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of earth and direction. Direction earth.

Symbolism

Monk, boy, temple. Represents monk.

Words & Expressions

Four-Character Compounds

三日坊主

みっかぼうず

person who cannot stick to anything; unsteady worker; monk for three days; person who cannot stick to anything

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 坊 mean in Japanese?

坊 means boy, priest's residence, priest.

How do you read 坊?

On'yomi: ボウ、ボッ (BOU, BO).

How many strokes does 坊 have?

坊 has 7 strokes. Its radical is 土 (earth).

Is 坊 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 坊 (boy, priest's residence, priest) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.

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