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脈
On'yomi
ミャク
MYAKU
Kun'yomi
すじ
suji
vein · pulse · hope
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes10
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of flesh and phonetic. Flesh vein.
Symbolism
Pulse, artery, mountain range. Represents pulse.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Embracing hope
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
脈がある
みゃくがある
There is a pulse; Having prospects
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 脈 mean in Japanese?
脈 means vein, pulse, hope.
How do you read 脈?
On'yomi: ミャク (MYAKU). Kun'yomi: すじ (suji).
How many strokes does 脈 have?
脈 has 10 strokes. Its radical is 肉 (meat).
Is 脈 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 脈 (vein, pulse, hope) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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