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On'yomi
ショウ
SHOU

extract · selection · summary · copy · spread thin

Details

Strokes7
Frequency#2328
Radicalhand(4)

Stroke Order

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Strokes7

Component Breakdown

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hand + 少

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of hand and few. Taking a little by hand.

Symbolism

Extract, excerpt, transcribe. Represents copying.

Related Culture & Scenes

  • Reading a book

Words & Expressions

Proverbs & Idioms

抄本を取る

しょうほんをとる

To obtain an extract

To get a copy of official records

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 抄 mean in Japanese?

抄 means extract, selection, summary, copy, spread thin.

How do you read 抄?

On'yomi: ショウ (SHOU).

How many strokes does 抄 have?

抄 has 7 strokes. Its radical is 手 (hand).

Is 抄 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 抄 (extract, selection, summary, copy, spread thin) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.

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