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On'yomi
シャ
SHA
Kun'yomi
おろ.す・おろし・おろ.し
orosu / oroshi / oroshi

wholesale

Details

Strokes9
Frequency#1520
Radicalseal(2)

Stroke Order

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Strokes9

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of kneel, horse, and stop. Unloading from horse.

Symbolism

Wholesale, unload, distribution. Represents intermediary of goods.

Related Culture & Scenes

  • Wholesale market

Words & Expressions

Proverbs & Idioms

卸値で買う

おろしねでかう

To buy at wholesale price

To purchase at a discount

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 卸 mean in Japanese?

卸 means wholesale.

How do you read 卸?

On'yomi: シャ (SHA). Kun'yomi: おろ.す、おろし、おろ.し (orosu, oroshi, oroshi).

How many strokes does 卸 have?

卸 has 9 strokes. Its radical is 卩 (seal).

Is 卸 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 卸 (wholesale) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.