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On'yomi
トウ
TOU
Kun'yomi
すえ
sue

pottery · porcelain

Details

Strokes11
Frequency#1680
Radicalmound(8)

Stroke Order

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Strokes11

Component Breakdown

=

hill + 匋

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of hill and pottery. Hill pottery.

Symbolism

Pottery, ceramics, intoxication. Represents pottery.

Words & Expressions

Four-Character Compounds

自己陶酔

じことうすい

narcissism; self-absorption; self-intoxication; narcissism

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 陶 mean in Japanese?

陶 means pottery, porcelain.

How do you read 陶?

On'yomi: トウ (TOU). Kun'yomi: すえ (sue).

How many strokes does 陶 have?

陶 has 11 strokes. Its radical is 阜 (mound).

Is 陶 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 陶 (pottery, porcelain) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.

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