Write the Readings of This Kanji: 剥

む, はく, ほく, へ, へず

What is the Kanji for 'Peel off'? | 剥

If you are wondering what is the Japanese Kanji for 'Peel off', you've come to the right place!

The Japanese Kanji for 'Peel off' is 剥.

kanji

剥

Meaning

Peel off

Reading

kunyomiむ

へ

へず

hezu

onyomiはく

haku

ほく

hoku

Example Word

剥く: peel. The Japanese verb '剥く (むく)' means 'to peel'. It is commonly used when referring to removing the outer layer or skin of something, such as fruits, vegetables, or even objects. For example: I peeled the apple「リンゴを剥いた」(りんごをむいた). He peeled the potato「彼はジャガイモを剥いた」(かれはじゃがいもをむいた). This verb can also be used metaphorically to describe stripping away layers of something abstract, such as emotions or concepts. However, the primary and most common usage is in the context of physically peeling something.

Radical

刀

Stroke Count

JLPT

Unknown

Grade

Frequency

1548

Handwriting

Words Using 剥

This kanji is used in 1 word:

word

剥く

Meaning

Peel

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What does 剥 mean?

剥 means 'Peel off'.

Japanese school students learn this kanji in Senior Highschool, while non-native learners often study it for the JLPT exam.

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