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吸
On'yomi
キュウ
KYUU
Kun'yomi
す.う
suu
suck · imbibe · inhale · sip
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Strokes6
Frequency#1054
Radical口mouth(3)
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Strokes6
Component Breakdown
吸=
口及
mouth + 及
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of mouth and reach. Reaching with mouth, inhaling.
Symbolism
Absorption, breathing, suction. Represents taking in.
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
吸い込む息は吐く息に等し
すいこむいきははくいきにひとし
The breath drawn in equals the breath let out
What you receive, you should give back