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On'yomi
BO
Kun'yomi
はか
haka

grave · tomb

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Strokes13
Frequency#1337
Radicalearth(3)

Stroke Order

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Strokes13

Component Breakdown

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莫 + earth

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of not and earth. Earth of nothing.

Symbolism

Grave, cemetery, grave visit. Represents grave.

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?

Yes. 墓 (grave, tomb) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.

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