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On'yomi
カク
KAKU

harvest · reap

Details

Strokes18
Frequency#1642
Radicalgrain(5)

Stroke Order

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Strokes18

Component Breakdown

=

grain + 蒦

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of grain and phonetic. Harvesting grain.

Symbolism

Harvest, reaping, fruition. Represents gathering.

Words & Expressions

Proverbs & Idioms

蒔かぬ種は収穫できぬ

まかぬたねはしゅうかくできぬ

You cannot harvest what you did not sow

Without effort, there can be no results

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 穫 mean in Japanese?

穫 means harvest, reap.

How do you read 穫?

On'yomi: カク (KAKU).

How many strokes does 穫 have?

穫 has 18 strokes. Its radical is 禾 (grain).

Is 穫 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 穫 (harvest, reap) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.

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