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偵
On'yomi
テイ
TEI
spy
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes11
Component Breakdown
偵=
亻貞
person + 貞
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of person and chaste. Person investigating.
Symbolism
Reconnaissance, detective, spy. Represents scouting.
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
偵察は戦の始まり
ていさつはいくさのはじまり
Reconnaissance is the start of battle
Preparation and intelligence gathering determine success
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 偵 mean in Japanese?
偵 means spy.
How do you read 偵?
On'yomi: テイ (TEI).
How many strokes does 偵 have?
偵 has 11 strokes. Its radical is 人 (person).
Is 偵 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 偵 (spy) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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