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Component Breakdown
杜=
木土
tree + earth
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of tree and earth. Tree of earth.
Symbolism
Forest, sake brewer, careless. Represents forest.
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
杜撰脱漏
ずさんだつろう
careless (slipshod) and with many omissions; careless (slipshod) and with many omissions
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 杜 mean in Japanese?
杜 means woods, grove.
How do you read 杜?
On'yomi: ト、トウ、ズ (TO, TOU, ZU). Kun'yomi: もり、ふさ.ぐ、やまなし (mori, fusagu, yamanashi).
How many strokes does 杜 have?
杜 has 7 strokes. Its radical is 木 (tree).
Is 杜 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 杜 (woods, grove) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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