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On'yomi
バク
BAKU
Kun'yomi
しば.る
shibaru

truss · arrest · bind · tie · restrain

Details

Strokes16
Frequency#1764
Radicalsilk(6)

Stroke Order

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Strokes16

Component Breakdown

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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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