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On'yomi
ショク
SHOKU
Kun'yomi
う.える・う.わる
ueru / uwaru

plant

Details

Strokes12
Frequency#699
Radicaltree(4)

Stroke Order

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Strokes12

Component Breakdown

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tree + 直

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of tree and straight. Standing tree straight.

Symbolism

Plant, afforestation, plant. Represents planting.

Words & Expressions

Proverbs & Idioms

植木屋に鋏なし

うえきやにはさみなし

A gardener without scissors

A professional lacking essential tools

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 植 mean in Japanese?

植 means plant.

How do you read 植?

On'yomi: ショク (SHOKU). Kun'yomi: う.える、う.わる (ueru, uwaru).

How many strokes does 植 have?

植 has 12 strokes. Its radical is 木 (tree).

Is 植 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 植 (plant) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.