序
preface · beginning · order · precedence · occasion · chance · incidentally
Details
Stroke Order
Component Breakdown
cliff + 予
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of roof and beforehand. Arranging beforehand at house.
Symbolism
Order, rank, preface. Represents order.
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
安寧秩序
あんねいちつじょ
peace and order; law and order; peace and order
年功序列
ねんこうじょれつ
seniority by length of service; seniority by length of service
公序良俗
こうじょりょうぞく
public order and morals; social standards; public policy; public order and morals
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 序 mean in Japanese?
序 means preface, beginning, order, precedence, occasion, chance, incidentally.
How do you read 序?
On'yomi: ジョ (JO). Kun'yomi: つい.で、ついで (tsuide, tsuide).
How many strokes does 序 have?
序 has 7 strokes. Its radical is 广 (dotted cliff).
Is 序 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 序 (preface, beginning, order, precedence, occasion, chance, incidentally) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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