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慎
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
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Stroke Order
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Strokes13
Component Breakdown
慎=
忄真
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 慎 mean in Japanese?
慎 means humility, be careful, discreet, prudent.
How do you read 慎?
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).
How many strokes does 慎 have?
慎 has 13 strokes. Its radical is 心 (heart).
Is 慎 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 慎 (humility, be careful, discreet, prudent) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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