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Strokes8
Frequency#1531
Radical小small(3)
Stroke Order
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Strokes8
Component Breakdown
尚=
⺌冋
⺌ + 冋
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of small, cover, and mouth. Still continuing.
Symbolism
Premature, noble, moreover. Represents still and revere.
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
時期尚早
じきしょうそう
premature; premature
読書尚友
どくしょしょうゆう
by reading books you can count the wise philosophers of the past as friends; by reading books you can count the wise philosophers of the past as friends
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 尚 mean in Japanese?
尚 means esteem, furthermore, still, yet.
How do you read 尚?
On'yomi: ショウ (SHOU). Kun'yomi: なお (nao).
How many strokes does 尚 have?
尚 has 8 strokes. Its radical is 小 (small).
Is 尚 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 尚 (esteem, furthermore, still, yet) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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