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沸
On'yomi
フツ
FUTSU
Kun'yomi
わ.く・わ.かす
waku / wakasu
seethe · boil · ferment · uproar · breed
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Strokes8
Component Breakdown
沸=
氵弗
water + 弗
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of water and not. Water boiling.
Symbolism
Boiling, boil, boil. Represents boiling.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Straining one's eyes
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 沸 mean in Japanese?
沸 means seethe, boil, ferment, uproar, breed.
How do you read 沸?
On'yomi: フツ (FUTSU). Kun'yomi: わ.く、わ.かす (waku, wakasu).
How many strokes does 沸 have?
沸 has 8 strokes. Its radical is 水 (water).
Is 沸 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 沸 (seethe, boil, ferment, uproar, breed) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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