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徳
On'yomi
トク
TOKU
benevolence · virtue · goodness · commanding respect
powerful
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Frequency#1091
Radical彳step(3)
Old Form德
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Component Breakdown
徳=
彳十罒心
彳 + 十 + net + heart
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of go, heart, and straight. Virtue of straightening heart.
Symbolism
Morality, virtue, moral. Represents virtue.
Spiritual Meaning
Represents excellent moral qualities, goal of character cultivation. Spiritual character expected of rulers since ancient times.
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
福徳円満
ふくとくえんまん
being perfectly happy and prosperous; wealth and happiness; being perfectly happy and prosperous