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使
On'yomi
シ
SHI
Kun'yomi
つか.う・つか.い・-つか.い・-づか.い
tsukau / tsukai / tsukai / zukai
use · send on a mission · order · messenger · envoy · ambassador · cause
Details
Strokes8
Frequency#219
Radical人person(2)
Stroke Order
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Strokes8
Component Breakdown
使=
亻吏
person + 吏
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of person and official. Sending someone.
Symbolism
Use, ambassador, mission. Represents utilization for purpose.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Returning home
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
使い捨てはもったいない
つかいすてはもったいない
Disposable things are wasteful
Single-use items are regrettable