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On'yomi
テキ
TEKI
Kun'yomi
つ.む
tsumu

pinch · pick · pluck · trim · clip · summarize

Details

Strokes14
Frequency#564
Radicalhand(4)

Stroke Order

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Strokes14

Component Breakdown

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hand + 啇

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of hand and phonetic. Picking with hand.

Symbolism

Point out, pick, expose. Represents picking.

Words & Expressions

Proverbs & Idioms

出る杭は打たれる

でるくいはうたれる

The nail that sticks out gets hammered

Those who stand out invite criticism

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 摘 mean in Japanese?

摘 means pinch, pick, pluck, trim, clip, summarize.

How do you read 摘?

On'yomi: テキ (TEKI). Kun'yomi: つ.む (tsumu).

How many strokes does 摘 have?

摘 has 14 strokes. Its radical is 手 (hand).

Is 摘 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 摘 (pinch, pick, pluck, trim, clip, summarize) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.

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