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伺
On'yomi
シ
SHI
Kun'yomi
うかが.う
ukagau
pay respects · visit · ask · inquire · question · implore
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes7
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of person and administer. Person visiting.
Symbolism
Visit, inquire, call. Represents visiting.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Sitting and waiting
Component Breakdown
伺=
亻司
person + 司
Words & Expressions
Words written with 伺
伺ううかがうspeak to
進退伺いしんたいうかがいinformal resignation
Proverbs & Idioms
伺いを立てる
うかがいをたてる
To ask permission
Seeking approval from superiors
Other kanji with the same meaning
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 伺 mean in Japanese?
伺 means pay respects, visit, ask, inquire, question, implore.
How do you read 伺?
On'yomi: シ (SHI). Kun'yomi: うかが.う (ukagau).
How many strokes does 伺 have?
伺 has 7 strokes. Its radical is 人 (person).
Is 伺 a good kanji for a tattoo?
伺 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means pay respects, visit, ask, inquire, question, implore. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.