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側
On'yomi
ソク
SOKU
Kun'yomi
かわ・がわ・そば
kawa / gawa / soba
side · lean · oppose · regret
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Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of person and rule. Side of person's rule.
Symbolism
Side, both sides, beside. Represents side.
Component Breakdown
側=
亻則
person + 則
Words & Expressions
Words written with 側
Four-Character Compounds
輾転反側
てんてんはんそく
tossing and turning in bed; turning over in bed worrying over something
側に置く
そばにおく
To keep by one's side; To keep close
Other kanji with the same meaning
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 側 mean in Japanese?
側 means side, lean, oppose, regret.
How do you read 側?
On'yomi: ソク (SOKU). Kun'yomi: かわ、がわ、そば (kawa, gawa, soba).
How many strokes does 側 have?
側 has 11 strokes. Its radical is 人 (person).
Is 側 a good kanji for a tattoo?
側 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means side, lean, oppose, regret. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.