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悌
On'yomi
テイ・ダイ
TEI / DAI
serving our elders
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes10
Component Breakdown
悌=
忄弟
heart + 弟
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of heart and younger brother. Heart respecting brother.
Symbolism
Brotherly, brothers, respect. Represents brotherly love.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 悌 mean in Japanese?
悌 means serving our elders.
How do you read 悌?
On'yomi: テイ、ダイ (TEI, DAI).
How many strokes does 悌 have?
悌 has 10 strokes. Its radical is 心 (heart).
Is 悌 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 悌 (serving our elders) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.