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Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of fire and hand. Remains of fire handled by hand.
Symbolism
Gray, ashes, remains. Represents what remains after burning.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Ice crystals
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
乱離骨灰
らりこっぱい
being scattered in all directions; being broken up and dispersed; being scattered in all directions
枯木死灰
こぼくしかい
withered trees and cold ash; someone who is detached and free of desires; someone who has no vitality; withered trees and cold ash
Proverbs & Idioms
灰になっても
はいになっても
Even if reduced to ashes
Even in death
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 灰 mean in Japanese?
灰 means ashes, puckery juice, cremate.
How do you read 灰?
On'yomi: カイ (KAI). Kun'yomi: はい (hai).
How many strokes does 灰 have?
灰 has 6 strokes. Its radical is 火 (fire).
Is 灰 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 灰 (ashes, puckery juice, cremate) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.