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宣
On'yomi
セン
SEN
Kun'yomi
のたま.う
notamau
proclaim · say · announce
Details
Stroke Order
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Component Breakdown
宣=
宀亘
roof + 亘
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of roof and extend. Extending under roof.
Symbolism
Declaration, advertisement, sentence. Represents declaring.
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
宣戦布告
せんせんふこく
declaration of war; proclamation of war; declaration of war
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 宣 mean in Japanese?
宣 means proclaim, say, announce.
How do you read 宣?
On'yomi: セン (SEN). Kun'yomi: のたま.う (notamau).
How many strokes does 宣 have?
宣 has 9 strokes. Its radical is 宀 (roof).
Is 宣 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 宣 (proclaim, say, announce) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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