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泊
On'yomi
ハク
HAKU
Kun'yomi
と.まる・と.める
tomaru / tomeru
overnight stay · put up at · ride at anchor
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Strokes8
Component Breakdown
泊=
氵白
water + white
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of water and white. White water.
Symbolism
Stay, anchor, lodge. Represents staying.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Silence of the night
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
泊まりがけの仕事
とまりがけのしごと
Overnight work
Work requiring staying away from home
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 泊 mean in Japanese?
泊 means overnight stay, put up at, ride at anchor.
How do you read 泊?
On'yomi: ハク (HAKU). Kun'yomi: と.まる、と.める (tomaru, tomeru).
How many strokes does 泊 have?
泊 has 8 strokes. Its radical is 水 (water).
Is 泊 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 泊 (overnight stay, put up at, ride at anchor) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.