就
concerning · settle · take position · depart · study · per
Details
Stroke Order
Component Breakdown
京 + 尤
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of capital and especially. Reaching high place.
Symbolism
Employment, inauguration, achievement. Represents attaining.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Sitting and waiting
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
大願成就
たいがんじょうじゅ
realization of a great ambition; realisation of a great ambition; realization of a great ambition
心願成就
しんがんじょうじゅ
earnest prayers being answered; realization of one's earnest wishes; earnest prayers being answered
進退去就
しんたいきょしゅう
one's course of action; deciding what to do with oneself, whether staying in the present position or leaving it; one's course of action
Proverbs & Idioms
就いた職は天職
ついたしょくはてんしょく
The job you have is your calling
Treat your work as your true vocation
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 就 mean in Japanese?
就 means concerning, settle, take position, depart, study, per.
How do you read 就?
On'yomi: シュウ、ジュ (SHUU, JU). Kun'yomi: つ.く、つ.ける (tsuku, tsukeru).
How many strokes does 就 have?
就 has 12 strokes. Its radical is 尢 (lame).
Is 就 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 就 (concerning, settle, take position, depart, study, per) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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