的
bull's eye · mark · target · object · adjective ending
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Stroke Order
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of white and ladle. White ladle.
Symbolism
Purpose, accurate, target. Represents target.
Component Breakdown
white + 勺
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
的を射る
まとをいる
Hit the mark; Make a point that is exactly right
Anime & Manga
仙王的日常生活
The Daily Life of the Immortal King
A well-known work with 的 in its Japanese title.
她们的故事
Tamen De Gushi
A well-known work with 的 in its Japanese title.
電波的な彼女
Electromagnetic Girlfriend
A well-known work with 的 in its Japanese title.
今天的她也是如此可爱
She Is Also Cute Today
A well-known work with 的 in its Japanese title.
ジョジョの奇妙な冒険 クレイジーDの悪霊的失恋
JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Shining Diamond’s Demonic Heartbreak
A well-known work with 的 in its Japanese title.
Other kanji with the same meaning
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 的 mean in Japanese?
的 means bull's eye, mark, target, object, adjective ending.
How do you read 的?
On'yomi: テキ (TEKI). Kun'yomi: まと (mato).
How many strokes does 的 have?
的 has 8 strokes. Its radical is 白 (white).
Is 的 a good kanji for a tattoo?
的 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means bull's eye, mark, target, object, adjective ending. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.