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On'yomi
TO
Kun'yomi
か.ける・かけ
kakeru / kake

gamble · wager · bet

Details

Strokes15
Frequency#1989
Radicalshell(7)

Stroke Order

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Strokes15

Component Breakdown

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shell + 者

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of shell and person. Gambling shell on person.

Symbolism

Bet, gambling, gamble. Represents betting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 賭 mean in Japanese?

賭 means gamble, wager, bet.

How do you read 賭?

On'yomi: ト (TO). Kun'yomi: か.ける、かけ (kakeru, kake).

How many strokes does 賭 have?

賭 has 15 strokes. Its radical is 貝 (shell).

Is 賭 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 賭 (gamble, wager, bet) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.