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峻
On'yomi
シュン
SHUN
Kun'yomi
けわ.しい・たか.い
kewashii / takai
high · steep
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Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of mountain and phonetic. Steep mountain.
Symbolism
Stern, steep, severe. Represents steepness.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Aiming high
Component Breakdown
峻=
山夋
mountain + 夋
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
峻厳たる態度
しゅんげんたるたいど
A stern and uncompromising attitude
A rigorous stance that allows no compromise
Related Figures & Stories
崇峻天皇
Name contains 峻
Emperor Sushun was the 32nd Emperor of Japan, according to the traditional order of succession.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does 峻 mean in Japanese?
峻 means high, steep.
How do you read 峻?
On'yomi: シュン (SHUN). Kun'yomi: けわ.しい、たか.い (kewashii, takai).
How many strokes does 峻 have?
峻 has 10 strokes. Its radical is 山 (mountain).
Is 峻 a good kanji for a tattoo?
峻 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means high, steep. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.