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棚
On'yomi
ホウ
HOU
Kun'yomi
たな・-だな
tana / dana
shelf · ledge · rack · mount · mantle · trellis
Details
Stroke Order
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Component Breakdown
棚=
木朋
tree + 朋
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of tree and friend. Friends of tree.
Symbolism
Shelf, bookshelf, display. Represents shelf.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Aiming for the mountain peak
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
棚から牡丹餅
たなからぼたもち
A rice cake falls from the shelf
Unexpected good fortune
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 棚 mean in Japanese?
棚 means shelf, ledge, rack, mount, mantle, trellis.
How do you read 棚?
On'yomi: ホウ (HOU). Kun'yomi: たな、-だな (tana, dana).
How many strokes does 棚 have?
棚 has 12 strokes. Its radical is 木 (tree).
Is 棚 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 棚 (shelf, ledge, rack, mount, mantle, trellis) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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