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Component Breakdown
渓=
氵爫夫
water + claw + 夫
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of water and phonetic. Valley with flowing water.
Symbolism
Valley, mountain stream, ravine. Represents valley.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Aiming for the mountain peak
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
渓流は岩を穿つ
けいりゅうはいわをうがつ
Mountain streams pierce rocks
Persistent effort achieves great results
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 渓 mean in Japanese?
渓 means mountain stream, valley.
How do you read 渓?
On'yomi: ケイ (KEI). Kun'yomi: たに、たにがわ (tani, tanigawa).
How many strokes does 渓 have?
渓 has 11 strokes. Its radical is 水 (water).
Is 渓 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 渓 (mountain stream, valley) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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