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On'yomi
セキ
SEKI

chop · divide · tear · analyze

Details

Strokes8
Frequency#980
Radicaltree(4)

Stroke Order

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Strokes8

Component Breakdown

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tree + axe

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of tree and axe. Splitting tree with axe.

Symbolism

Analysis, parse, precipitate. Represents splitting.

Words & Expressions

Four-Character Compounds

分析する

ぶんせきする

To analyze; To examine by breaking down into parts

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 析 mean in Japanese?

析 means chop, divide, tear, analyze.

How do you read 析?

On'yomi: セキ (SEKI).

How many strokes does 析 have?

析 has 8 strokes. Its radical is 木 (tree).

Is 析 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 析 (chop, divide, tear, analyze) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.

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