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隙
On'yomi
ゲキ・キャク・ケキ
GEKI / KYAKU / KEKI
Kun'yomi
すき・す.く・す.かす・ひま
suki / suku / sukasu / hima
crevice · fissure · discord · opportunity · leisure
Details
Strokes13
Radical阜mound(8)
Stroke Order
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Strokes13
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of hill and phonetic. Gap in hill.
Symbolism
Gap, opportunity, carelessness. Represents opening.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Ice crystals
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
隙あらば
すきあらば
If there is an opening; Ready to strike when opportunity presents
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 隙 mean in Japanese?
隙 means crevice, fissure, discord, opportunity, leisure.
How do you read 隙?
On'yomi: ゲキ、キャク、ケキ (GEKI, KYAKU, KEKI). Kun'yomi: すき、す.く、す.かす、ひま (suki, suku, sukasu, hima).
How many strokes does 隙 have?
隙 has 13 strokes. Its radical is 阜 (mound).
Is 隙 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 隙 (crevice, fissure, discord, opportunity, leisure) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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