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On'yomi
BI
Kun'yomi
かす.か
kasuka

delicate · minuteness · insignificance

Details

Strokes13
Frequency#1108
Radicalstep(3)

Stroke Order

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Strokes13

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of go, strike, and table. Going small.

Symbolism

Smile, subtle, minute. Represents slight.

Related Culture & Scenes

  • Cat relaxing

Words & Expressions

Four-Character Compounds

拈華微笑

ねんげみしょう

heart-to-heart communication; thought transference; holding a flower and subtly smiling; heart-to-heart communication

Proverbs & Idioms

微塵も疑わない

みじんもうたがわない

Not doubt in the slightest

Have complete faith without any suspicion

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 微 mean in Japanese?

微 means delicate, minuteness, insignificance.

How do you read 微?

On'yomi: ビ (BI). Kun'yomi: かす.か (kasuka).

How many strokes does 微 have?

微 has 13 strokes. Its radical is 彳 (step).

Is 微 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 微 (delicate, minuteness, insignificance) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.

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