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Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of stone and lowly. Lowly stone.
Symbolism
Monument, memorial, tombstone. Represents monument.
Component Breakdown
碑=
石卑
stone + 卑
Words & Expressions
Words written with 碑
碑文ひぶんepitaph
石碑せきひstone monument
記念碑きねんひcommemorative plaque
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 碑 mean in Japanese?
碑 means tombstone, monument.
How do you read 碑?
On'yomi: ヒ (HI). Kun'yomi: いしぶみ (ishibumi).
How many strokes does 碑 have?
碑 has 14 strokes. Its radical is 石 (stone).
Is 碑 a good kanji for a tattoo?
碑 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means tombstone, monument. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.
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