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唆
On'yomi
サ
SA
Kun'yomi
そそ.る・そそのか.す
sosoru / sosonokasu
tempt · seduce · instigate · promote
Details
Stroke Order
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Component Breakdown
唆=
口夋
mouth + 夋
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of mouth and phonetic. Instigating with mouth.
Symbolism
Tempt, suggest, incite. Represents instigating.
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
教唆扇動
きょうさせんどう
instigation and abetment; instigation and abetment
Proverbs & Idioms
唆されて転ぶな
そそのかされてころぶな
Don't fall for temptation
Avoid being led astray by others
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 唆 mean in Japanese?
唆 means tempt, seduce, instigate, promote.
How do you read 唆?
On'yomi: サ (SA). Kun'yomi: そそ.る、そそのか.す (sosoru, sosonokasu).
How many strokes does 唆 have?
唆 has 10 strokes. Its radical is 口 (mouth).
Is 唆 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 唆 (tempt, seduce, instigate, promote) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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