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勃
On'yomi
ボツ・ホツ
BOTSU / HOTSU
Kun'yomi
おこ.る・にわかに
okoru / niwakani
suddenness · rise
Details
Strokes9
Radical力power(2)
Stroke Order
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Strokes9
Component Breakdown
勃=
孛力
孛 + power
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of power and phonetic. Power rising.
Symbolism
Outbreak, rise, sudden. Represents rising.
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
雄心勃々
ゆうしんぼつぼつ
aspiring; ambitious; aspiring
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 勃 mean in Japanese?
勃 means suddenness, rise.
How do you read 勃?
On'yomi: ボツ、ホツ (BOTSU, HOTSU). Kun'yomi: おこ.る、にわかに (okoru, niwakani).
How many strokes does 勃 have?
勃 has 9 strokes. Its radical is 力 (power).
Is 勃 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 勃 (suddenness, rise) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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