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On'yomi
シン
SHIN
Kun'yomi
つつし.む・つつ.ましい・つつし・つつし.み
tsutsushimu / tsutsumashii / tsutsushi / tsutsushimi

humility · be careful · discreet · prudent

peaceful

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Strokes13
Frequency#999
Radicalheart(4)
Old Form

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Strokes13

Component Breakdown

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heart + 真

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of heart and true. Heart truly cautious.

Symbolism

Careful, restraint, refrain. Represents being cautious.

Words & Expressions

Four-Character Compounds

慎重居士

しんちょうこじ

very cautious person; very prudent person; very discreet person; very cautious person

慎み深い

つつしみぶかい

Modest and prudent; Being reserved and well-mannered