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On'yomi
KI
Kun'yomi
さき・さい・みさき
saki / sai / misaki

promontory · cape · spit

Details

Strokes11
Frequency#533
Radicalmountain(3)
Old Form

Stroke Order

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Strokes11

Component Breakdown

=

mountain + 奇

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of mountain and strange. Strange mountain.

Symbolism

Cape, promontory, Nagasaki. Represents cape.

Words & Expressions

Proverbs & Idioms

長崎は今日も雨だった

ながさきはきょうもあめだった

It was raining in Nagasaki again today

A place associated with nostalgic memories

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 崎 mean in Japanese?

崎 means promontory, cape, spit.

How do you read 崎?

On'yomi: キ (KI). Kun'yomi: さき、さい、みさき (saki, sai, misaki).

How many strokes does 崎 have?

崎 has 11 strokes. Its radical is 山 (mountain).

Is 崎 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 崎 (promontory, cape, spit) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.

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