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On'yomi
セキ
SEKI
Kun'yomi
おお.きい
ookii

large · great · eminent

Details

Strokes14
Radicalstone(5)

Stroke Order

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Strokes14

Component Breakdown

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stone + head

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of stone and head. Head big like stone.

Symbolism

Scholar, master, big. Represents largeness.

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Words & Expressions

Four-Character Compounds

碩学の士

せきがくのし

A great scholar; A person deeply versed in learning

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 碩 mean in Japanese?

碩 means large, great, eminent.

How do you read 碩?

On'yomi: セキ (SEKI). Kun'yomi: おお.きい (ookii).

How many strokes does 碩 have?

碩 has 14 strokes. Its radical is 石 (stone).

Is 碩 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 碩 (large, great, eminent) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.

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