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Cultural Context
Etymology
Shape of grabbing something with hand. Second zodiac sign.
Symbolism
Year of ox, cow, patience. Represents perseverance.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — The witching hour
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
丑三つ時
うしみつどき
The witching hour; Around 2 AM, the ghost hour
Anime & Manga
诡秘之主 小丑篇
Lord of Mysteries
A well-known work with 丑 in its Japanese title.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 丑 mean in Japanese?
丑 means sign of the ox or cow, 1-3AM, second sign of Chinese zodiac.
How do you read 丑?
On'yomi: チュウ (CHUU). Kun'yomi: うし (ushi).
How many strokes does 丑 have?
丑 has 4 strokes. Its radical is 一 (one).
Is 丑 a good kanji for a tattoo?
丑 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means sign of the ox or cow, 1-3AM, second sign of Chinese zodiac. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.