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潰
On'yomi
カイ・エ
KAI / E
Kun'yomi
つぶ.す・つぶ.れる・つい.える
tsubusu / tsubureru / tsuieru
crush · smash · break · dissipate
Details
Strokes15
Radical水water(4)
Stroke Order
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Strokes15
Component Breakdown
潰=
氵貴
water + 貴
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of water and precious. Crushing with water.
Symbolism
Crush, collapse, destroy. Represents crushing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 潰 mean in Japanese?
潰 means crush, smash, break, dissipate.
How do you read 潰?
On'yomi: カイ、エ (KAI, E). Kun'yomi: つぶ.す、つぶ.れる、つい.える (tsubusu, tsubureru, tsuieru).
How many strokes does 潰 have?
潰 has 15 strokes. Its radical is 水 (water).
Is 潰 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 潰 (crush, smash, break, dissipate) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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