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On'yomi
テイ
TEI
Kun'yomi
みぎわ・なぎさ
migiwa / nagisa

water's edge · shore · bank

Details

Strokes5
Radicalwater(4)

Stroke Order

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Strokes5

Component Breakdown

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water + 丁

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of water and nail. Nail of water.

Symbolism

Shore, beach, waterside. Represents shore.

Related Culture & Scenes

  • Flow of water

Words & Expressions

Four-Character Compounds

長汀曲浦

ちょうていきょくほ

long stretch of winding beach; long stretch of winding beach

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 汀 mean in Japanese?

汀 means water's edge, shore, bank.

How do you read 汀?

On'yomi: テイ (TEI). Kun'yomi: みぎわ、なぎさ (migiwa, nagisa).

How many strokes does 汀 have?

汀 has 5 strokes. Its radical is 水 (water).

Is 汀 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 汀 (water's edge, shore, bank) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.

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