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Component Breakdown
宅=
宀乇
roof + 乇
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of roof and phonetic. Under roof.
Symbolism
House, home, delivery. Represents house.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Returning home
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
帰宅の途
きたくのと
On the way home; The journey back home
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 宅 mean in Japanese?
宅 means home, house, residence, our house, my husband.
How do you read 宅?
On'yomi: タク (TAKU).
How many strokes does 宅 have?
宅 has 6 strokes. Its radical is 宀 (roof).
Is 宅 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 宅 (home, house, residence, our house, my husband) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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