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朴
On'yomi
ボク
BOKU
Kun'yomi
ほう・ほお・えのき
hou / hoo / enoki
crude · simple · plain · docile
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes6
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of tree and divination. Divination tree.
Symbolism
Simple, naive, plain. Represents simplicity.
Component Breakdown
朴=
木卜
tree + 卜
Words & Expressions
Words written with 朴
素朴そぼくnaive
Other kanji with the same meaning
“simple”
“plain”
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?
朴 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means crude, simple, plain, docile. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.