滴
drip · drop
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Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of water and phonetic. Drop of water.
Symbolism
Drop, raindrop, water drop. Represents drop.
Component Breakdown
water + 啇
Words & Expressions
Words written with 滴
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
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
Related Figures & Stories
朝倉宗滴
Name contains 滴
Asakura Norikage , also known as Asakura Sōteki , was a Japanese samurai warrior of the latter Sengoku Period.
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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?
滴 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means drip, drop. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.
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