←Back
税
On'yomi
ゼイ
ZEI
tax · duty
Details
Stroke Order
Loading...
Strokes12
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of grain and exchange. Paying with grain.
Symbolism
Tax, taxation, tax payment. Represents tax.
Component Breakdown
税=
禾兑
grain + 兑
Words & Expressions
Other kanji with the same meaning
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?
税 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means tax, duty. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.