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貯
On'yomi
チョ
CHO
Kun'yomi
た.める・たくわ.える
tameru / takuwaeru
savings · store · lay in · keep · wear mustache
Details
Stroke Order
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Component Breakdown
貯=
貝宁
shell + 宁
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of shell and nail. Storing shell at nail.
Symbolism
Savings, store, save. Represents saving.
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
貯めて使わざるは貯めざるに同じ
ためてつかわざるはためざるにおなじ
Saving without spending is the same as not saving
Hoarding without using defeats the purpose of saving
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 貯 mean in Japanese?
貯 means savings, store, lay in, keep, wear mustache.
How do you read 貯?
On'yomi: チョ (CHO). Kun'yomi: た.める、たくわ.える (tameru, takuwaeru).
How many strokes does 貯 have?
貯 has 12 strokes. Its radical is 貝 (shell).
Is 貯 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 貯 (savings, store, lay in, keep, wear mustache) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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