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On'yomi
バイ
BAI
Kun'yomi
つちか.う
tsuchikau

cultivate · foster

Details

Strokes11
Frequency#1431
Radicalearth(3)

Stroke Order

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Strokes11

Component Breakdown

=

earth + 咅

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of earth and phonetic. Cultivating with earth.

Symbolism

Cultivation, grow, foster. Represents cultivating.

Words & Expressions

Four-Character Compounds

培った力

つちかったちから

Cultivated strength; Abilities developed over time

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 培 mean in Japanese?

培 means cultivate, foster.

How do you read 培?

On'yomi: バイ (BAI). Kun'yomi: つちか.う (tsuchikau).

How many strokes does 培 have?

培 has 11 strokes. Its radical is 土 (earth).

Is 培 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 培 (cultivate, foster) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.

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