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窒
On'yomi
チツ
CHITSU
plug up · obstruct
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes11
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of hole and arrive. Arriving at hole and suffocating.
Symbolism
Nitrogen, suffocation, blockage. Represents suffocation.
Component Breakdown
窒=
穴至
hole + 至
Words & Expressions
Words written with 窒
窒息ちっそくchoking
窒素ちっそnitrogen
窒扶斯チフスtyphus
Other kanji with the same meaning
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 窒 mean in Japanese?
窒 means plug up, obstruct.
How do you read 窒?
On'yomi: チツ (CHITSU).
How many strokes does 窒 have?
窒 has 11 strokes. Its radical is 穴 (cave).
Is 窒 a good kanji for a tattoo?
窒 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means plug up, obstruct. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.
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