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蕗
On'yomi
ロ・ル
RO / RU
Kun'yomi
ふき
fuki
butterbur · bog rhubarb
Details
Strokes16
Radical艸grass(6)
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Strokes16
Component Breakdown
蕗=
艹路
grass + 路
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of grass and road. Road grass.
Symbolism
Butterbur, fuki, wild vegetable. Represents butterbur.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 蕗 mean in Japanese?
蕗 means butterbur, bog rhubarb.
How do you read 蕗?
On'yomi: ロ、ル (RO, RU). Kun'yomi: ふき (fuki).
How many strokes does 蕗 have?
蕗 has 16 strokes. Its radical is 艸 (grass).
Is 蕗 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 蕗 (butterbur, bog rhubarb) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.