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Strokes18
Component Breakdown
雛=
芻隹
芻 + 隹
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of fodder and bird. Small bird.
Symbolism
Doll, chick, young. Represents Doll Festival.
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
臥竜鳳雛
がりょうほうすう
gifted young person who shows much promise; unrecognized genius; great person whose talent is hidden under a bushel; gifted young person who shows much promise
伏竜鳳雛
ふくりょうほうすう
gifted young person who shows much promise; unrecognized genius; great person whose talent is hidden under a bushel; gifted young person who shows much promise
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 雛 mean in Japanese?
雛 means chick, squab, duckling, doll.
How do you read 雛?
On'yomi: スウ、ス、ジュ (SUU, SU, JU). Kun'yomi: ひな、ひよこ (hina, hiyoko).
How many strokes does 雛 have?
雛 has 18 strokes. Its radical is 隹 (short-tailed bird).
Is 雛 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 雛 (chick, squab, duckling, doll) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.