粒
grains · drop · counter for tiny particles
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Cultural Context
Etymology
Combines 'rice' (米) with 'stand' (立), depicting individual standing rice grains. Means small units and particles.
Symbolism
Symbolizes small units, individual existence, and accumulation. Represents the importance of each grain and how they combine into great power.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Quietness of a rainy day
Component Breakdown
rice + stand
Words & Expressions
Words written with 粒
Four-Character Compounds
粒々辛苦
りゅうりゅうしんく
toil and moil; working assiduously for; tireless hard work
一粒万倍
いちりゅうまんばい
a single seed can eventually produce a great harvest; even the smallest beginning can generate a greatest profit; watch the pennies, and the pounds will look after themselves
Other kanji with the same meaning
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 粒 mean in Japanese?
粒 means grains, drop, counter for tiny particles.
How do you read 粒?
On'yomi: リュウ (RYUU). Kun'yomi: つぶ (tsubu).
How many strokes does 粒 have?
粒 has 11 strokes. Its radical is 米 (rice).
Is 粒 a good kanji for a tattoo?
粒 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means grains, drop, counter for tiny particles. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.
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