点
spot · point · mark · speck · decimal point
Details
Stroke Order
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of black and divine. Black divination.
Symbolism
Point, score, location. Represents point.
Component Breakdown
占 + fire
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
画竜点睛
がりょうてんせい
finishing touches; last vital touch
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
一点一画
いってんいっかく
the dots of i's and the crosses of t's; (not neglecting) the slightest details
Other kanji with the same meaning
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 点 mean in Japanese?
点 means spot, point, mark, speck, decimal point.
How do you read 点?
On'yomi: テン (TEN). Kun'yomi: つ.ける、つ.く、た.てる、さ.す、とぼ.す、とも.す、ぼち (tsukeru, tsuku, tateru, sasu, tobosu, tomosu, bochi).
How many strokes does 点 have?
点 has 9 strokes. Its radical is 火 (fire).
Is 点 a good kanji for a tattoo?
点 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means spot, point, mark, speck, decimal point. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.