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橘
On'yomi
キツ
KITSU
Kun'yomi
たちばな
tachibana
mandarin orange
Details
Strokes16
Frequency#2053
Radical木tree(4)
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Strokes16
Component Breakdown
橘=
木矞
tree + 矞
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of tree and phonetic. Citrus tree.
Symbolism
Mandarin orange, citrus, family crest. Represents ancient citrus.
Seasonal
A winter seasonal word as citrus ripening in winter. Used in doll displays as "Sakon's cherry, Ukon's tachibana."
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
橘は日向を好む
たちばなはひなたをこのむ
Mandarin oranges prefer sunshine
Talent flourishes in the right environment