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On'yomi
ト・トウ・ズ
TO / TOU / ZU
Kun'yomi
もり・ふさ.ぐ・やまなし
mori / fusagu / yamanashi

woods · grove

Details

Strokes7
Frequency#2062
Radicaltree(4)

Stroke Order

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Strokes7

Component Breakdown

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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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