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耶
On'yomi
ヤ・ジャ
YA / JA
Kun'yomi
か
ka
question mark
Details
Strokes9
Radical耳ear(6)
Stroke Order
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Strokes9
Component Breakdown
耶=
耳阝
ear + hill
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of ear and village. Village ear.
Symbolism
Jesus, question, whether. Represents Jesus.
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
有耶無耶
うやむや
indefinite; hazy; vague; indefinite
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 耶 mean in Japanese?
耶 means question mark.
How do you read 耶?
On'yomi: ヤ、ジャ (YA, JA). Kun'yomi: か (ka).
How many strokes does 耶 have?
耶 has 9 strokes. Its radical is 耳 (ear).
Is 耶 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 耶 (question mark) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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