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符

On'yomi
フ
FU

token · sign · mark · tally · charm

Details

Strokes11
Frequency#1798
Radical竹bamboo(6)

Stroke Order

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Strokes11

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of bamboo and attach. Attaching bamboo.

Symbolism

Sign, ticket, charm. Represents sign.

Component Breakdown

符=
竹付

bamboo + 付

Words & Expressions

Words written with 符

疑問符ぎもんふquestion mark
音符おんぷnote symbol
終止符しゅうしふfull stop
八分音符はちぶおんぷeighth note
六十四分音符ろくじゅうしぶおんぷhemidemisemiquaver

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 符 mean in Japanese?

符 means token, sign, mark, tally, charm.

How do you read 符?

On'yomi: フ (FU).

How many strokes does 符 have?

符 has 11 strokes. Its radical is 竹 (bamboo).

Is 符 a good kanji for a tattoo?

符 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means token, sign, mark, tally, charm. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.

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