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辣
On'yomi
ラツ
RATSU
Kun'yomi
から.い
karai
pungent · spicy · harsh · cruel · severe
Details
Strokes14
Radical辛spicy(7)
Stroke Order
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Strokes14
Cultural Context
Etymology
Combines 'spicy' (辛) with 'bundle' (束), representing strong, stimulating spiciness. Also used for harsh words.
Symbolism
Symbolizes spiciness, harshness, and stimulation. Represents tongue-piercing heat and merciless severity.
Component Breakdown
辣=
辛束
辛 + 束
Other kanji with the same meaning
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 辣 mean in Japanese?
辣 means pungent, spicy, harsh, cruel, severe.
How do you read 辣?
On'yomi: ラツ (RATSU). Kun'yomi: から.い (karai).
How many strokes does 辣 have?
辣 has 14 strokes. Its radical is 辛 (spicy).
Is 辣 a good kanji for a tattoo?
辣 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means pungent, spicy, harsh, cruel, severe. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.