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On'yomi
FU
Kun'yomi
はだ
hada

skin · body · grain · texture · disposition

Details

Strokes15
Frequency#1679
Radicalmeat(6)

Stroke Order

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Strokes15

Component Breakdown

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tiger + 胃

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of flesh and phonetic. Flesh skin.

Symbolism

Skin, surface, complexion. Represents skin.

Related Culture & Scenes

  • Quietness of a rainy day

Words & Expressions

Four-Character Compounds

身体髪膚

しんたいはっぷ

entire human body; every inch of one's body; entire human body

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 膚 mean in Japanese?

膚 means skin, body, grain, texture, disposition.

How do you read 膚?

On'yomi: フ (FU). Kun'yomi: はだ (hada).

How many strokes does 膚 have?

膚 has 15 strokes. Its radical is 肉 (meat).

Is 膚 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 膚 (skin, body, grain, texture, disposition) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.

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