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Cultural Context
Etymology
Combines 'whatever' (次) with 'heart' (心), representing acting as the heart desires—selfishly.
Symbolism
Symbolizes willfulness, arbitrariness, and indulgence. Represents acting on desires without restraint.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Fish swimming
Component Breakdown
恣=
次心
次 + heart
Other kanji with the same meaning
“selfish”
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 恣 mean in Japanese?
恣 means selfish, arbitrary.
How do you read 恣?
On'yomi: シ (SHI). Kun'yomi: ほしいまま (hoshiimama).
How many strokes does 恣 have?
恣 has 10 strokes. Its radical is 心 (heart).
Is 恣 a good kanji for a tattoo?
恣 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means selfish, arbitrary. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.
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