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On'yomi
HI
Kun'yomi
いしぶみ
ishibumi

tombstone · monument

Details

Strokes14
Frequency#1792
Radicalstone(5)

Stroke Order

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Strokes14

Component Breakdown

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stone + 卑

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of stone and lowly. Lowly stone.

Symbolism

Monument, memorial, tombstone. Represents monument.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 碑 mean in Japanese?

碑 means tombstone, monument.

How do you read 碑?

On'yomi: ヒ (HI). Kun'yomi: いしぶみ (ishibumi).

How many strokes does 碑 have?

碑 has 14 strokes. Its radical is 石 (stone).

Is 碑 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 碑 (tombstone, monument) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.