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墓
On'yomi
ボ
BO
Kun'yomi
はか
haka
grave · tomb
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes13
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of not and earth. Earth of nothing.
Symbolism
Grave, cemetery, grave visit. Represents grave.
Component Breakdown
墓=
莫土
莫 + earth
Words & Expressions
Words written with 墓
Anime & Manga
火垂るの墓
Grave of the Fireflies
A well-known work with 墓 in its Japanese title.
Other kanji with the same meaning
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 墓 mean in Japanese?
墓 means grave, tomb.
How do you read 墓?
On'yomi: ボ (BO). Kun'yomi: はか (haka).
How many strokes does 墓 have?
墓 has 13 strokes. Its radical is 土 (earth).
Is 墓 a good kanji for a tattoo?
墓 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means grave, tomb. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.
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