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On'yomi
KI
Kun'yomi
はだ
hada

texture · skin · body · grain

Details

Strokes6
Frequency#1559
Radicalmeat(6)

Stroke Order

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Strokes6

Component Breakdown

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moon + table

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of flesh and table. Flesh table.

Symbolism

Skin, complexion, bare skin. Represents skin.

Related Culture & Scenes

  • Quietness of a rainy day

Words & Expressions

Proverbs & Idioms

肌で感じる

はだでかんじる

To feel with one's skin

To sense directly

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 肌 mean in Japanese?

肌 means texture, skin, body, grain.

How do you read 肌?

On'yomi: キ (KI). Kun'yomi: はだ (hada).

How many strokes does 肌 have?

肌 has 6 strokes. Its radical is 肉 (meat).

Is 肌 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 肌 (texture, skin, body, grain) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.

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