爾
you · thou · second person
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Description
Thou - the old second person. Archaic, used now mostly in classical text and set phrases.
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Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of cover and pattern. Device for weaving.
Symbolism
Since then, that, you. Represents indication.
Component Breakdown
one + 八 + 巾 + 㸚
Words & Expressions
Words written with 爾
Proverbs & Idioms
爾来変わらず
じらいかわらず
Unchanged since then
Remaining the same ever since
Related Figures & Stories
円爾
Name contains 爾
Enni Ben'en or simply Enni, also known as Shōichi Kokushi, was a Japanese Buddhist monk.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does 爾 mean in Japanese?
爾 means you, thou, second person. Thou - the old second person. Archaic, used now mostly in classical text and set phrases.
How do you read 爾?
On'yomi: ジ、ニ (JI, NI). Kun'yomi: なんじ、しかり、その、のみ、おれ、しか (nanji, shikari, sono, nomi, ore, shika).
How many strokes does 爾 have?
爾 has 14 strokes. Its radical is 爻 (double X).
Is 爾 a good kanji for a tattoo?
爾 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means you, thou, second person. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.
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