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On'yomi
タク
TAKU
Kun'yomi
すす.ぐ・ゆす.ぐ
susugu / yusugu

laundry · wash · pour on · rinse

Details

Strokes17
Frequency#1698
Radicalwater(4)

Stroke Order

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Strokes17

Component Breakdown

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water + 翟

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of water and phonetic. Washing with water.

Symbolism

Laundry, rinse, wash. Represents washing.

Words & Expressions

Proverbs & Idioms

洗濯物を干す

せんたくものをほす

To hang laundry

To dry washed clothes

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 濯 mean in Japanese?

濯 means laundry, wash, pour on, rinse.

How do you read 濯?

On'yomi: タク (TAKU). Kun'yomi: すす.ぐ、ゆす.ぐ (susugu, yusugu).

How many strokes does 濯 have?

濯 has 17 strokes. Its radical is 水 (water).

Is 濯 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 濯 (laundry, wash, pour on, rinse) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.

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