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滴
On'yomi
テキ
TEKI
Kun'yomi
しずく・したた.る
shizuku / shitataru
drip · drop
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes14
Component Breakdown
滴=
氵啇
water + 啇
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of water and phonetic. Drop of water.
Symbolism
Drop, raindrop, water drop. Represents drop.
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
点滴穿石
てんてきせんせき
constant dripping wears away the stone; little strokes fell great oaks; limited strength, when persistently applied, can accomplish great feats; constant dripping wears away the stone
Proverbs & Idioms
雨垂れ石を穿つ
あまだれいしをうがつ
Dripping water wears away stone
Persistent small efforts achieve great results
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 滴 mean in Japanese?
滴 means drip, drop.
How do you read 滴?
On'yomi: テキ (TEKI). Kun'yomi: しずく、したた.る (shizuku, shitataru).
How many strokes does 滴 have?
滴 has 14 strokes. Its radical is 水 (water).
Is 滴 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 滴 (drip, drop) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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