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彰
On'yomi
ショウ
SHOU
patent · clear
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes14
Component Breakdown
彰=
章彡
章 + 彡
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of chapter and hair. Decorating chapter with hair.
Symbolism
Commendation, honor, clear. Represents making clear.
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
彰明たる事実
しょうめいたるじじつ
An evident fact
A fact that is clear and undeniable
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 彰 mean in Japanese?
彰 means patent, clear.
How do you read 彰?
On'yomi: ショウ (SHOU).
How many strokes does 彰 have?
彰 has 14 strokes. Its radical is 彡 (bristle).
Is 彰 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 彰 (patent, clear) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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