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細
On'yomi
サイ
SAI
Kun'yomi
ほそ.い・ほそ.る・こま.か・こま.かい
hosoi / hosoru / komaka / komakai
dainty · get thin · taper · slender · narrow · detailed · precise
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Component Breakdown
細=
糹田
thread + field
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of thread and field. Thin like thread.
Symbolism
Fine, detail, delicate. Represents thinness.
Related Culture & Scenes
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Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
細かいことを言う
こまかいことをいう
To be picky about details
Being nitpicky
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 細 mean in Japanese?
細 means dainty, get thin, taper, slender, narrow, detailed, precise.
How do you read 細?
On'yomi: サイ (SAI). Kun'yomi: ほそ.い、ほそ.る、こま.か、こま.かい (hosoi, hosoru, komaka, komakai).
How many strokes does 細 have?
細 has 11 strokes. Its radical is 糸 (silk).
Is 細 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 細 (dainty, get thin, taper, slender, narrow, detailed, precise) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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