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On'yomi
ボウ・ホ・モ・ム
BOU / HO / MO / MU
Kun'yomi
せ・うね
se / une

furrow · thirty tsubo · ridge · rib

Details

Strokes10
Frequency#2327
Radicalfield(5)

Stroke Order

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Strokes10

Component Breakdown

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亩 + 久

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of field and long. Long ridge in field.

Symbolism

Ridge, furrow, field. Represents field ridge.

Words & Expressions

Proverbs & Idioms

畝を立てる

うねをたてる

To make furrows

To prepare ridges in a field for planting

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 畝 mean in Japanese?

畝 means furrow, thirty tsubo, ridge, rib.

How do you read 畝?

On'yomi: ボウ、ホ、モ、ム (BOU, HO, MO, MU). Kun'yomi: せ、うね (se, une).

How many strokes does 畝 have?

畝 has 10 strokes. Its radical is 田 (field).

Is 畝 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 畝 (furrow, thirty tsubo, ridge, rib) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.

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