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On'yomi
ガイ
GAI

above-stated · the said · that specific

Details

Strokes13
Frequency#1648
Radicalspeech(7)

Stroke Order

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Strokes13

Component Breakdown

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speech + 亥

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of words and boar. Those words.

Symbolism

Applicable, said, that. Represents specifying.

Words & Expressions

Proverbs & Idioms

該博なれど浅し

がいはくなれどあさし

Extensive but shallow

Having broad knowledge but lacking depth

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 該 mean in Japanese?

該 means above-stated, the said, that specific.

How do you read 該?

On'yomi: ガイ (GAI).

How many strokes does 該 have?

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

Is 該 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 該 (above-stated, the said, that specific) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.