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Radical心heart(4)
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Component Breakdown
慄=
忄栗
heart + 栗
Cultural Context
Etymology
Combines 'heart' (忄) with 'chestnut' (栗, tremble), representing shuddering from fear or cold.
Symbolism
Symbolizes terror, trembling, and fear. Represents fear intense enough to cause physical reactions.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Conquering fear
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
戦々慄々
せんせんりつりつ
trembling with fear; filled with trepidation; trembling with fear
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 慄 mean in Japanese?
慄 means fear.
How do you read 慄?
On'yomi: リツ (RITSU). Kun'yomi: ふる.える、おそ.れる、おのの.く (furueru, osoreru, ononoku).
How many strokes does 慄 have?
慄 has 13 strokes. Its radical is 心 (heart).
Is 慄 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 慄 (fear) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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