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掘
On'yomi
クツ
KUTSU
Kun'yomi
ほ.る
horu
dig · delve · excavate
Details
Stroke Order
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Component Breakdown
掘=
扌屈
hand + 屈
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of hand and bend. Digging with hand.
Symbolism
Excavation, dig deeper, mining. Represents digging.
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
墓穴を掘る
ぼけつをほる
To dig one's own grave
To cause your own downfall
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 掘 mean in Japanese?
掘 means dig, delve, excavate.
How do you read 掘?
On'yomi: クツ (KUTSU). Kun'yomi: ほ.る (horu).
How many strokes does 掘 have?
掘 has 11 strokes. Its radical is 手 (hand).
Is 掘 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 掘 (dig, delve, excavate) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.