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Component Breakdown
蒔=
艹時
grass + 時
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of grass and time. Sowing seeds in season.
Symbolism
Lacquer work, sowing, seeding. Represents sowing.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Straining one's eyes
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
蒔いた種は自分で刈る
まいたたねはじぶんでかる
You reap what you sow
You bear the consequences of your actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 蒔 mean in Japanese?
蒔 means sow (seeds).
How do you read 蒔?
On'yomi: シ、ジ (SHI, JI). Kun'yomi: う.える、ま.く (ueru, maku).
How many strokes does 蒔 have?
蒔 has 13 strokes. Its radical is 艸 (grass).
Is 蒔 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 蒔 (sow (seeds)) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.