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巣
On'yomi
ソウ
SOU
Kun'yomi
す・す.くう
su / sukuu
nest · rookery · hive · cobweb · den
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes11
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of tree and fruit. Nest like fruit on tree.
Symbolism
Nest, den, bird's nest. Represents nest.
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
帰巣本能
きそうほんのう
homing instinct; homing instinct
Proverbs & Idioms
巣立ちの時
すだちのとき
Time to leave the nest
The time to become independent
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 巣 mean in Japanese?
巣 means nest, rookery, hive, cobweb, den.
How do you read 巣?
On'yomi: ソウ (SOU). Kun'yomi: す、す.くう (su, sukuu).
How many strokes does 巣 have?
巣 has 11 strokes. Its radical is 巛 (river).
Is 巣 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 巣 (nest, rookery, hive, cobweb, den) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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