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Component Breakdown
縛=
糹尃
thread + 尃
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of thread and spread. Binding with thread.
Symbolism
Restriction, bind, restraint. Represents binding.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Quietness of a rainy day
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
自縄自縛
じじょうじばく
being caught in one's own trap; being hoisted by one's own petard; being caught in one's own trap
Proverbs & Idioms
縛りがきつい
しばりがきつい
Tight restrictions
Severe constraints on freedom
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 縛 mean in Japanese?
縛 means truss, arrest, bind, tie, restrain.
How do you read 縛?
On'yomi: バク (BAKU). Kun'yomi: しば.る (shibaru).
How many strokes does 縛 have?
縛 has 16 strokes. Its radical is 糸 (silk).
Is 縛 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 縛 (truss, arrest, bind, tie, restrain) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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