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Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of cloth and master. Master of cloth.
Symbolism
Marshal, command, general. Represents leader.
Words & Expressions
Words written with 帥
元帥げんすいadmiral
統帥とうすいhigh command
総帥そうすいhead of a group of companies
Four-Character Compounds
帥先する
そっせんする
To take the lead; To guide others from the front
Other kanji with the same meaning
“commander”
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 帥 mean in Japanese?
帥 means commander, leading troops, governor.
How do you read 帥?
On'yomi: スイ (SUI).
How many strokes does 帥 have?
帥 has 9 strokes. Its radical is 巾 (cloth).
Is 帥 a good kanji for a tattoo?
帥 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means commander, leading troops, governor. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.
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