指
finger · point to · indicate · put into · play (chess) · measure (ruler)
Details
Stroke Order
Component Breakdown
hand + 旨
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of hand and purport. Hand showing intent.
Symbolism
Guidance, instruction, finger. Represents pointing.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Cat relaxing
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
陣頭指揮
じんとうしき
taking command of a corps in a battle; command exercised by the leader of a group; taking command of a corps in a battle
Proverbs & Idioms
指をくわえて見る
ゆびをくわえてみる
To watch with fingers in mouth
Looking on enviously without participating
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 指 mean in Japanese?
指 means finger, point to, indicate, put into, play (chess), measure (ruler).
How do you read 指?
On'yomi: シ (SHI). Kun'yomi: ゆび、さ.す、-さ.し (yubi, sasu, sashi).
How many strokes does 指 have?
指 has 9 strokes. Its radical is 手 (hand).
Is 指 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 指 (finger, point to, indicate, put into, play (chess), measure (ruler)) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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