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On'yomi
ヒン
HIN
Kun'yomi
はま
hama

seacoast · beach · seashore

Details

Strokes10
Frequency#645
Radicalwater(4)
Old Form

Stroke Order

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Strokes10

Component Breakdown

=

water + 兵

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of water and soldier. Soldier water.

Symbolism

Beach, seashore, seaside. Represents beach.

Related Culture & Scenes

  • Expanse of the sea

Poetry

和歌(百人一首) (Waka (Hyakunin Isshu))

音にきく たかしの浜の あだ波は かけじや袖の ぬれもこそすれ

Poem #72 from Hyakunin Isshu

祐子内親王家紀伊Yūshi Naishinnō-ke no Kii
11th century

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 浜 mean in Japanese?

浜 means seacoast, beach, seashore.

How do you read 浜?

On'yomi: ヒン (HIN). Kun'yomi: はま (hama).

How many strokes does 浜 have?

浜 has 10 strokes. Its radical is 水 (water).

Is 浜 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 浜 (seacoast, beach, seashore) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.

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