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売
On'yomi
バイ
BAI
Kun'yomi
う.る・う.れる
uru / ureru
sell
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes7
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of samurai and abbreviated buy. Selling things.
Symbolism
Sale, selling, revenue. Represents commerce.
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
薄利多売
はくりたばい
small profits and quick returns; small profits and quick returns
商売繁盛
しょうばいはんじょう
thriving (prosperous) business; rush of business; thriving (prosperous) business
Proverbs & Idioms
売り言葉に買い言葉
うりことばにかいことば
Harsh words invite harsh words
Tit for tat in verbal exchanges
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 売 mean in Japanese?
売 means sell.
How do you read 売?
On'yomi: バイ (BAI). Kun'yomi: う.る、う.れる (uru, ureru).
How many strokes does 売 have?
売 has 7 strokes. Its radical is 士 (scholar).
Is 売 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 売 (sell) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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