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惰
On'yomi
ダ
DA
lazy · laziness
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes12
Component Breakdown
惰=
忄左月
heart + 左 + moon
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of heart and follow. Heart being lazy.
Symbolism
Inertia, laziness, lethargy. Represents inertia.
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
惰性で動く
だせいでうごく
To move by inertia
To continue out of habit
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 惰 mean in Japanese?
惰 means lazy, laziness.
How do you read 惰?
On'yomi: ダ (DA).
How many strokes does 惰 have?
惰 has 12 strokes. Its radical is 心 (heart).
Is 惰 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 惰 (lazy, laziness) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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