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Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of add and shell. Adding gifts.
Symbolism
Celebration, New Year greeting, happy event. Represents celebration.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Filled with joy
Component Breakdown
加 + shell
Words & Expressions
Words written with 賀
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does 賀 mean in Japanese?
賀 means congratulations, joy.
How do you read 賀?
On'yomi: ガ (GA).
How many strokes does 賀 have?
賀 has 12 strokes. Its radical is 貝 (shell).
Is 賀 a good kanji for a tattoo?
賀 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means congratulations, joy. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.
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