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On'yomi
SHI

heir · succeed

Details

Strokes13
Frequency#2310
Radicalmouth(3)

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

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?

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

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