陛

Etymology

Composed of hill and phonetic. Hill steps.

Symbolism

Majesty, emperor, stairs. Represents majesty.

Related Culture & Scenes

• — Aiming high

What does 陛 mean in Japanese?

陛 means highness, steps (of throne).

How do you read 陛?

On'yomi: ヘイ (HEI).

How many strokes does 陛 have?

陛 has 10 strokes. Its radical is 阜 (mound).

Is 陛 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 陛 (highness, steps (of throne)) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.