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塀

On'yomi
ヘイ・ベイ
HEI / BEI

fence · wall · (kokuji)

Details

Strokes12
Frequency#1991
Radical土earth(3)

Stroke Order

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Strokes12

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of earth and screen. Earth screen.

Symbolism

Wall, fence, barrier. Represents wall.

Component Breakdown

塀=
土屏

earth + 屏

Words & Expressions

Words written with 塀

土塀どべいmud wall

Other kanji with the same meaning

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 塀 mean in Japanese?

塀 means fence, wall, (kokuji).

How do you read 塀?

On'yomi: ヘイ、ベイ (HEI, BEI).

How many strokes does 塀 have?

塀 has 12 strokes. Its radical is 土 (earth).

Is 塀 a good kanji for a tattoo?

塀 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means fence, wall, (kokuji). Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.

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