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Description
Bloom - the moment a flower opens. In Japanese it is used only of blossoming, never of speech.
Stroke Order
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of mouth and phonetic. Opening mouth to bloom.
Symbolism
Bloom, blossom, flower. Represents blooming.
Component Breakdown
mouth + 关
Words & Expressions
Words written with 咲
Proverbs & Idioms
遅咲きの花
おそざきのはな
A late-blooming flower
Someone who finds success later in life
Poetry
高砂の をのへの桜 咲きにけり 外山のかすみ 立たずもあらなむ
The cherries on the high slopes of Takasago have bloomed. May the mist on the nearer hills not rise to hide them.
糸瓜咲て痰のつまりし仏かな
The gourd flowers bloom, and here lies a buddha choked with phlegm.
Anime & Manga
薫る花は凛と咲く
The Fragrant Flower Blooms With Dignity
A well-known work with 咲 in its Japanese title.
花咲くいろは
Hanasaku Iroha ~Blossoms for Tomorrow~
A well-known work with 咲 in its Japanese title.
Other kanji with the same meaning
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 咲 mean in Japanese?
咲 means blossom, bloom. Bloom - the moment a flower opens. In Japanese it is used only of blossoming, never of speech.
How do you read 咲?
On'yomi: ショウ (SHOU). Kun'yomi: さ.く、-ざき (saku, zaki).
How many strokes does 咲 have?
咲 has 9 strokes. Its radical is 口 (mouth).
Is 咲 a good kanji for a tattoo?
咲 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means blossom, bloom. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.