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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
you · thou · second person
Details
Strokes14
Radical爻double X(4)
Stroke Order
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Strokes14
Component Breakdown
爾=
一八巾㸚
one + 八 + 巾 + 㸚
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of cover and pattern. Device for weaving.
Symbolism
Since then, that, you. Represents indication.
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
爾来変わらず
じらいかわらず
Unchanged since then
Remaining the same ever since
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 爾 mean in Japanese?
爾 means you, thou, second person.
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?
Yes. 爾 (you, thou, second person) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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