適
suitable · occasional · rare · qualified · capable
Details
Stroke Order
Component Breakdown
walk + 啇
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of advance and phonetic. Advancing to fit.
Symbolism
Appropriate, suitable, fit. Represents suitability.
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
適材適所
てきざいてきしょ
the right person in the right place; the right person in the right place
悠々自適
ゆうゆうじてき
living a life of leisure with dignity; living quietly and comfortably free from worldly cares; otium cum dignitate; living a life of leisure with dignity
適者生存
てきしゃせいぞん
survival of the fittest; survival of the fittest
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 適 mean in Japanese?
適 means suitable, occasional, rare, qualified, capable.
How do you read 適?
On'yomi: テキ (TEKI). Kun'yomi: かな.う (kanau).
How many strokes does 適 have?
適 has 14 strokes. Its radical is 辶 (walk).
Is 適 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 適 (suitable, occasional, rare, qualified, capable) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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