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串
On'yomi
カン・ケン・セン
KAN / KEN / SEN
Kun'yomi
くし・つらぬ.く
kushi / tsuranuku
spit · skewer
Details
Strokes7
Frequency#2139
Radical丨line(1)
Stroke Order
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Strokes7
Component Breakdown
串=
吕丨
吕 + 丨
Cultural Context
Etymology
Shape of piercing two things. Skewering.
Symbolism
Skewer, pierce, series. Represents piercing.
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
串刺しの勇気
くしざしのゆうき
The courage to skewer through
Unwavering determination to see things through
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 串 mean in Japanese?
串 means spit, skewer.
How do you read 串?
On'yomi: カン、ケン、セン (KAN, KEN, SEN). Kun'yomi: くし、つらぬ.く (kushi, tsuranuku).
How many strokes does 串 have?
串 has 7 strokes. Its radical is 丨 (line).
Is 串 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 串 (spit, skewer) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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