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芹
On'yomi
キン
KIN
Kun'yomi
せり
seri
parsley
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Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of grass and axe. Grass like axe.
Symbolism
Parsley, vegetable, humility. Represents wild herb.
Component Breakdown
芹=
艹斤
grass + axe
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
芹は薄情草
せりははくじょうぐさ
Parsley is a cold-hearted plant
Appearances can be deceiving
Related Figures & Stories
芹沢鴨
Name contains 芹
Serizawa Kamo was a samurai known for being the original lead commander of the Shinsengumi.
WikipediaFrequently Asked Questions
What does 芹 mean in Japanese?
芹 means parsley.
How do you read 芹?
On'yomi: キン (KIN). Kun'yomi: せり (seri).
How many strokes does 芹 have?
芹 has 7 strokes. Its radical is 艸 (grass).
Is 芹 a good kanji for a tattoo?
芹 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means parsley. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.