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On'yomi
ゼイ
ZEI

tax · duty

Details

Strokes12
Frequency#289
Radicalgrain(5)

Stroke Order

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Strokes12

Component Breakdown

=

grain + 兑

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of grain and exchange. Paying with grain.

Symbolism

Tax, taxation, tax payment. Represents tax.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 税 mean in Japanese?

税 means tax, duty.

How do you read 税?

On'yomi: ゼイ (ZEI).

How many strokes does 税 have?

税 has 12 strokes. Its radical is 禾 (grain).

Is 税 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 税 (tax, duty) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.

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