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嵯

On'yomi
サ・シ
SA / SHI

steep · craggy · rugged

Details

Strokes13
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Radical山mountain(3)

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Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of mountain and difference. Uneven mountain.

Symbolism

Saga, steep, high. Represents steep mountain.

Component Breakdown

嵯=
山差

mountain + 差

Words & Expressions

Four-Character Compounds

嵯峨の秋

さがのあき

Autumn in Saga; The elegant scenery of fall

Related Figures & Stories

嵯峨天皇

Emperor Saga786–842

Name contains 嵯

Emperor Saga was the 52nd emperor of Japan, according to the traditional order of succession.

Wikipedia

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 嵯 mean in Japanese?

嵯 means steep, craggy, rugged.

How do you read 嵯?

On'yomi: サ、シ (SA, SHI).

How many strokes does 嵯 have?

嵯 has 13 strokes. Its radical is 山 (mountain).

Is 嵯 a good kanji for a tattoo?

嵯 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means steep, craggy, rugged. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.

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