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On'yomi
ヒ・イ
HI / I

beautiful · patterned

Details

Strokes12
Frequency#2103
Radicalliterature(4)

Stroke Order

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Strokes12

Component Breakdown

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非 + 文

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of not and pattern. Not pattern.

Symbolism

Beautiful, elegant, pattern. Represents beauty.

Related Culture & Scenes

  • Beautiful scenery

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 斐 mean in Japanese?

斐 means beautiful, patterned.

How do you read 斐?

On'yomi: ヒ、イ (HI, I).

How many strokes does 斐 have?

斐 has 12 strokes. Its radical is 文 (literature).

Is 斐 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 斐 (beautiful, patterned) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.

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