彰
patent · clear
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Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of chapter and hair. Decorating chapter with hair.
Symbolism
Commendation, honor, clear. Represents making clear.
Component Breakdown
章 + 彡
Words & Expressions
Words written with 彰
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
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Fujiwara no Shōshi , also known as Jōtōmon-in , the eldest daughter of Fujiwara no Michinaga, was Empress of Japan from c.
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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?
彰 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means patent, clear. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.
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