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怠
On'yomi
タイ
TAI
Kun'yomi
おこた.る・なま.ける
okotaru / namakeru
neglect · laziness
Details
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Component Breakdown
怠=
台心
台 + heart
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of heart and platform. Heart being lazy on platform.
Symbolism
Laziness, slack, negligence. Represents being lazy.
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
怠け者の節句働き
なまけもののせっくばたらき
Lazy people work only on holidays
Slackers show effort only when watched
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 怠 mean in Japanese?
怠 means neglect, laziness.
How do you read 怠?
On'yomi: タイ (TAI). Kun'yomi: おこた.る、なま.ける (okotaru, namakeru).
How many strokes does 怠 have?
怠 has 9 strokes. Its radical is 心 (heart).
Is 怠 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 怠 (neglect, laziness) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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