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拶
On'yomi
サツ
SATSU
Kun'yomi
せま.る
semaru
be imminent · draw close
Details
Strokes9
Radical手hand(4)
Stroke Order
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Strokes9
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of hand and pinch. Pinching with hand.
Symbolism
Greeting, pressing, approach. Represents approaching.
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
挨拶は心の扉
あいさつはこころのとびら
Greetings are the door to the heart
Salutations open the way to relationships
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 拶 mean in Japanese?
拶 means be imminent, draw close.
How do you read 拶?
On'yomi: サツ (SATSU). Kun'yomi: せま.る (semaru).
How many strokes does 拶 have?
拶 has 9 strokes. Its radical is 手 (hand).
Is 拶 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 拶 (be imminent, draw close) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.