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On'yomi
タイ・タ
TAI / TA
Kun'yomi
ふと.い・ふと.る
futoi / futoru

plump · thick · big around

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Strokes4
Frequency#552
Radicalbig(3)

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Strokes4

Component Breakdown

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surround from above: 大 + 丶

Cultural Context

Etymology

Shape of big with added dot. Extremely large.

Symbolism

Thick, sun, ancient times. Represents size and origin.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does 太 mean in Japanese?

太 means plump, thick, big around.

How do you read 太?

On'yomi: タイ、タ (TAI, TA). Kun'yomi: ふと.い、ふと.る (futoi, futoru).

How many strokes does 太 have?

太 has 4 strokes. Its radical is 大 (big).

Is 太 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 太 (plump, thick, big around) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.

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