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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

Words written with 拶

挨拶あいさつsalute

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?

拶 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means be imminent, draw close. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.