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培
On'yomi
バイ
BAI
Kun'yomi
つちか.う
tsuchikau
cultivate · foster
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Component Breakdown
培=
土咅
earth + 咅
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of earth and phonetic. Cultivating with earth.
Symbolism
Cultivation, grow, foster. Represents cultivating.
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
培った力
つちかったちから
Cultivated strength; Abilities developed over time
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 培 mean in Japanese?
培 means cultivate, foster.
How do you read 培?
On'yomi: バイ (BAI). Kun'yomi: つちか.う (tsuchikau).
How many strokes does 培 have?
培 has 11 strokes. Its radical is 土 (earth).
Is 培 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 培 (cultivate, foster) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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