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朽
On'yomi
キュウ
KYUU
Kun'yomi
く.ちる
kuchiru
decay · rot · remain in seclusion
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes6
Component Breakdown
朽=
木丂
tree + 丂
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of tree and bend. Tree bending and rotting.
Symbolism
Decay, rot, decline. Represents crumbling over time.
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
不朽不滅
ふきゅうふめつ
everlasting; eternal; immortal; everlasting
永垂不朽
えいすいふきゅう
one's fame or achievements being passed down eternally; one's fame or achievements being passed down eternally
Proverbs & Idioms
朽木は彫るべからず
きゅうぼくはほるべからず
Rotten wood cannot be carved
It is useless to teach those without potential
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 朽 mean in Japanese?
朽 means decay, rot, remain in seclusion.
How do you read 朽?
On'yomi: キュウ (KYUU). Kun'yomi: く.ちる (kuchiru).
How many strokes does 朽 have?
朽 has 6 strokes. Its radical is 木 (tree).
Is 朽 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 朽 (decay, rot, remain in seclusion) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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