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把
On'yomi
ハ・ワ
HA / WA
grasp · faggot · bunch · counter for bundles
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes7
Component Breakdown
把=
扌巴
hand + 巴
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of hand and tomoe. Grasping with hand.
Symbolism
Grasp, hold, grip. Represents grasping.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 把 mean in Japanese?
把 means grasp, faggot, bunch, counter for bundles.
How do you read 把?
On'yomi: ハ、ワ (HA, WA).
How many strokes does 把 have?
把 has 7 strokes. Its radical is 手 (hand).
Is 把 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 把 (grasp, faggot, bunch, counter for bundles) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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