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Component Breakdown
墨=
黑土
黑 + earth
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of black and earth. Black earth.
Symbolism
Ink, ink stick, ink painting. Represents ink.
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
文人墨客
ぶんじんぼっかく
writers and artists; persons who take delight in such refined pursuits as poetry, literature, painting and calligraphy; writers and artists
旧套墨守
きゅうとうぼくしゅ
clinging to old customs; adhering to old traditions; clinging to old customs
墨痕淋漓
ぼっこんりんり
in bold, vivid brush strokes; in bold, vivid brush strokes
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 墨 mean in Japanese?
墨 means black ink, India ink, ink stick, Mexico.
How do you read 墨?
On'yomi: ボク (BOKU). Kun'yomi: すみ (sumi).
How many strokes does 墨 have?
墨 has 14 strokes. Its radical is 土 (earth).
Is 墨 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 墨 (black ink, India ink, ink stick, Mexico) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.