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On'yomi
ショ
SHO

commoner · all · bastard

Details

Strokes11
Frequency#1558
Radical广dotted cliff(3)

Stroke Order

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Strokes11

Component Breakdown

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广廿

cliff + 廿 + fire

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of roof and fire. Nourishing many with house fire.

Symbolism

Common people, general affairs, many. Represents many people.

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Words & Expressions

Four-Character Compounds

庶民の味

しょみんのあじ

The taste of common people; Simple flavors loved by ordinary people

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 庶 mean in Japanese?

庶 means commoner, all, bastard.

How do you read 庶?

On'yomi: ショ (SHO).

How many strokes does 庶 have?

庶 has 11 strokes. Its radical is 广 (dotted cliff).

Is 庶 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 庶 (commoner, all, bastard) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.

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