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Radical手hand(4)
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Component Breakdown
捺=
扌奈
hand + 奈
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of hand and Nara. Pressing with hand.
Symbolism
Seal, press, stamp. Represents pressing.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Expanse of the sea
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 捺 mean in Japanese?
捺 means press, print, affix a seal, stamp.
How do you read 捺?
On'yomi: ナツ、ダツ (NATSU, DATSU). Kun'yomi: さ.す、お.す (sasu, osu).
How many strokes does 捺 have?
捺 has 11 strokes. Its radical is 手 (hand).
Is 捺 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 捺 (press, print, affix a seal, stamp) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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