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Component Breakdown
憩=
舌自心
tongue + 自 + heart
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of tongue, self, and heart. Heart resting by itself.
Symbolism
Rest, repose, peace. Represents resting.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Deep in the forest
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
憩いは活力の源
いこいはかつりょくのみなもと
Rest is the source of vitality
Relaxation restores energy
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 憩 mean in Japanese?
憩 means recess, rest, relax, repose.
How do you read 憩?
On'yomi: ケイ (KEI). Kun'yomi: いこ.い、いこ.う (ikoi, ikou).
How many strokes does 憩 have?
憩 has 16 strokes. Its radical is 心 (heart).
Is 憩 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 憩 (recess, rest, relax, repose) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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