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宗
On'yomi
シュウ・ソウ
SHUU / SOU
Kun'yomi
むね
mune
religion · sect · denomination · main point · origin · essence
Details
Stroke Order
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Component Breakdown
宗=
宀示
roof + spirit
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of roof and altar. House enshrining deity.
Symbolism
Religion, sect, patriarch. Represents ancestry and faith.
Related Culture & Scenes
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Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
宗は一つ道は多し
しゅうはひとつみちはおおし
The sect is one, the paths are many
Same goal, different approaches
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 宗 mean in Japanese?
宗 means religion, sect, denomination, main point, origin, essence.
How do you read 宗?
On'yomi: シュウ、ソウ (SHUU, SOU). Kun'yomi: むね (mune).
How many strokes does 宗 have?
宗 has 8 strokes. Its radical is 宀 (roof).
Is 宗 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 宗 (religion, sect, denomination, main point, origin, essence) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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