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貞
On'yomi
テイ・ジョウ
TEI / JOU
Kun'yomi
ただし.い・さだ
tadashii / sada
upright · chastity · constancy · righteousness
Details
Stroke Order
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Component Breakdown
貞=
⺊貝
⺊ + shell
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of divination and shell. Chaste divination with shell.
Symbolism
Chastity, fidelity, purity. Represents chastity.
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
貞女は二夫に見えず
ていじょはにふにまみえず
A faithful woman serves only one husband
Loyalty means devotion to one master
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 貞 mean in Japanese?
貞 means upright, chastity, constancy, righteousness.
How do you read 貞?
On'yomi: テイ、ジョウ (TEI, JOU). Kun'yomi: ただし.い、さだ (tadashii, sada).
How many strokes does 貞 have?
貞 has 9 strokes. Its radical is 貝 (shell).
Is 貞 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 貞 (upright, chastity, constancy, righteousness) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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