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塚
On'yomi
チョウ
CHOU
Kun'yomi
つか・-づか
tsuka / zuka
hillock · mound
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes12
Component Breakdown
塚=
土冢
earth + 冢
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of earth and mound. Earth mound.
Symbolism
Old mound, tomb, mound. Represents mound.
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
塚を崩すな
つかをくずすな
Do not demolish the mound
Respect and preserve the achievements of predecessors
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 塚 mean in Japanese?
塚 means hillock, mound.
How do you read 塚?
On'yomi: チョウ (CHOU). Kun'yomi: つか、-づか (tsuka, zuka).
How many strokes does 塚 have?
塚 has 12 strokes. Its radical is 土 (earth).
Is 塚 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 塚 (hillock, mound) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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