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佐
On'yomi
サ
SA
assistant · help
Details
Stroke Order
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Component Breakdown
佐=
亻左
person + 左
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of person and left. Person helping from left.
Symbolism
Assist, lieutenant, help. Represents helping.
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
佐す者は主を立てる
たすけるものはしゅをたてる
Assistants should support their masters
Those who help should elevate their leaders
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 佐 mean in Japanese?
佐 means assistant, help.
How do you read 佐?
On'yomi: サ (SA).
How many strokes does 佐 have?
佐 has 7 strokes. Its radical is 人 (person).
Is 佐 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 佐 (assistant, help) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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