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On'yomi
ヘイ・ベイ
HEI / BEI

fence · wall · (kokuji)

Details

Strokes12
Frequency#1991
Radicalearth(3)

Stroke Order

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Strokes12

Component Breakdown

=

earth + 屏

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of earth and screen. Earth screen.

Symbolism

Wall, fence, barrier. Represents wall.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 塀 mean in Japanese?

塀 means fence, wall, (kokuji).

How do you read 塀?

On'yomi: ヘイ、ベイ (HEI, BEI).

How many strokes does 塀 have?

塀 has 12 strokes. Its radical is 土 (earth).

Is 塀 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 塀 (fence, wall, (kokuji)) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.

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