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On'yomi
バク
BAKU
Kun'yomi
は.ぜる
hazeru

bomb · burst open · pop · split

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Strokes19
Frequency#735
Radicalfire(4)

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Strokes19

Component Breakdown

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fire + 暴

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of fire and violent. Fire exploding violently.

Symbolism

Explosion, bomb, blast. Represents explosion.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 爆 mean in Japanese?

爆 means bomb, burst open, pop, split.

How do you read 爆?

On'yomi: バク (BAKU). Kun'yomi: は.ぜる (hazeru).

How many strokes does 爆 have?

爆 has 19 strokes. Its radical is 火 (fire).

Is 爆 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 爆 (bomb, burst open, pop, split) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.

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