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On'yomi
ヘイ
HEI

abuse · evil · vice · breakage

Details

Strokes15
Frequency#1750
Radicaltwo hands(3)

Stroke Order

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Strokes15

Component Breakdown

=

敝 + 廾

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of worn and hands. Worn out.

Symbolism

Evil, our company, exhaustion. Represents evil.

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Words & Expressions

Four-Character Compounds

弊衣破帽

へいいはぼう

shabby clothes and an old hat; shabby clothes and an old hat

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 弊 mean in Japanese?

弊 means abuse, evil, vice, breakage.

How do you read 弊?

On'yomi: ヘイ (HEI).

How many strokes does 弊 have?

弊 has 15 strokes. Its radical is 廾 (two hands).

Is 弊 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 弊 (abuse, evil, vice, breakage) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.

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