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On'yomi
ボク
BOKU
Kun'yomi
ほう・ほお・えのき
hou / hoo / enoki

crude · simple · plain · docile

Details

Strokes6
Frequency#1626
Radicaltree(4)

Stroke Order

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Strokes6

Component Breakdown

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tree + 卜

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of tree and divination. Divination tree.

Symbolism

Simple, naive, plain. Represents simplicity.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 朴 mean in Japanese?

朴 means crude, simple, plain, docile.

How do you read 朴?

On'yomi: ボク (BOKU). Kun'yomi: ほう、ほお、えのき (hou, hoo, enoki).

How many strokes does 朴 have?

朴 has 6 strokes. Its radical is 木 (tree).

Is 朴 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 朴 (crude, simple, plain, docile) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.

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