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On'yomi
イン
IN
Kun'yomi
しるし・-じるし・しる.す
shirushi / jirushi / shirusu

stamp · seal · mark · imprint · symbol · emblem · trademark · evidence · souvenir · India

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Strokes6
Frequency#682
Radicalseal(2)

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Strokes6

Cultural Context

Etymology

Shape of pressing with hand. Seal, mark.

Symbolism

Seal, impression, proof. Represents confirmation and evidence.

Spiritual Meaning

Esoteric Buddhist "mudra" are sacred symbols formed with hands. They connect to specific Buddhas, a spiritual practice invoking their power.

Related Culture & Scenes

  • Stamping a seal

Words & Expressions

Four-Character Compounds

印象批評

いんしょうひひょう

impressionistic criticism; impressionistic criticism

Proverbs & Idioms

印籠を出す

いんろうをだす

To show the seal case

To reveal decisive authority or proof