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嗣
On'yomi
シ
SHI
heir · succeed
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes13
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of mouth, administer, and book. Succeeding.
Symbolism
Heir, successor, inheritance. Represents succeeding.
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
嗣ぐものは重荷を負う
つぐものはおもにをおう
The successor bears a heavy burden
Inheritors face significant responsibilities
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does 嗣 mean in Japanese?
嗣 means heir, succeed.
How do you read 嗣?
On'yomi: シ (SHI).
How many strokes does 嗣 have?
嗣 has 13 strokes. Its radical is 口 (mouth).
Is 嗣 a good kanji for a tattoo?
嗣 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means heir, succeed. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.
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