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On'yomi
ケイ・ゲイ
KEI / GEI
Kun'yomi
けい.する・まい.る・いた.る・もう.でる
keisuru / mairu / itaru / mouderu

visit a temple · arrive · attain

Details

Strokes13
Radicalspeech(7)

Stroke Order

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Strokes13

Component Breakdown

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speech + 旨

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of words and purport. Visiting with words.

Symbolism

Visit shrine, knowledge, go. Represents visiting.

Related Culture & Scenes

  • Sitting and waiting

Words & Expressions

Proverbs & Idioms

詣でる心は清く

もうでるこころはきよく

The heart that visits should be pure

Approach sacred places with a clean heart

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 詣 mean in Japanese?

詣 means visit a temple, arrive, attain.

How do you read 詣?

On'yomi: ケイ、ゲイ (KEI, GEI). Kun'yomi: けい.する、まい.る、いた.る、もう.でる (keisuru, mairu, itaru, mouderu).

How many strokes does 詣 have?

詣 has 13 strokes. Its radical is 言 (speech).

Is 詣 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 詣 (visit a temple, arrive, attain) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.

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