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Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of roof and bitter. Governing house.
Symbolism
Preside, minister, govern. Represents governing.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Following rules
Component Breakdown
宰=
宀辛
roof + 辛
Words & Expressions
Words written with 宰
宰相さいしょうpremier
主宰しゅさいpresidency
Four-Character Compounds
伴食宰相
ばんしょくさいしょう
incompetent cabinet minister; figurehead minister
宰領の器
さいりょうのき
The capacity for leadership; The ability to lead and manage others
Other kanji with the same meaning
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 宰 mean in Japanese?
宰 means superintend, manager, rule.
How do you read 宰?
On'yomi: サイ (SAI).
How many strokes does 宰 have?
宰 has 10 strokes. Its radical is 宀 (roof).
Is 宰 a good kanji for a tattoo?
宰 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means superintend, manager, rule. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.
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