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On'yomi
ビョウ
BYOU

second (1/60 minute)

Details

Strokes9
Frequency#1015
Radicalgrain(5)

Stroke Order

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Strokes9

Component Breakdown

=

grain + 少

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of grain and few. Few grain.

Symbolism

Second, per second, second hand. Represents second.

Related Culture & Scenes

  • Experiencing second (1/60 minute)

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 秒 mean in Japanese?

秒 means second (1/60 minute).

How do you read 秒?

On'yomi: ビョウ (BYOU).

How many strokes does 秒 have?

秒 has 9 strokes. Its radical is 禾 (grain).

Is 秒 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 秒 (second (1/60 minute)) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.