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芽
On'yomi
ガ
GA
Kun'yomi
め
me
bud · sprout · spear · germ
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes8
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of grass and fang. Grass emerging like fang.
Symbolism
Germination, budding, growth. Represents new beginning.
Component Breakdown
芽=
艹牙
grass + 牙
Words & Expressions
Words written with 芽
Four-Character Compounds
芽を摘む
めをつむ
To nip in the bud; To destroy potential before it develops
Other kanji with the same meaning
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 芽 mean in Japanese?
芽 means bud, sprout, spear, germ.
How do you read 芽?
On'yomi: ガ (GA). Kun'yomi: め (me).
How many strokes does 芽 have?
芽 has 8 strokes. Its radical is 艸 (grass).
Is 芽 a good kanji for a tattoo?
芽 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means bud, sprout, spear, germ. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.