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On'yomi
ジュ
JU
Kun'yomi
さず.ける・さず.かる
sazukeru / sazukaru

impart · instruct · grant · confer

Details

Strokes11
Frequency#535
Radicalhand(4)

Stroke Order

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Strokes11

Component Breakdown

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hand + 受

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of hand and receive. Making receive by hand.

Symbolism

Lesson, grant, teach. Represents giving.

Words & Expressions

Proverbs & Idioms

授かりものは大切に

さずかりものはたいせつに

Treasure what is bestowed

Value what you receive as a gift

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 授 mean in Japanese?

授 means impart, instruct, grant, confer.

How do you read 授?

On'yomi: ジュ (JU). Kun'yomi: さず.ける、さず.かる (sazukeru, sazukaru).

How many strokes does 授 have?

授 has 11 strokes. Its radical is 手 (hand).

Is 授 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 授 (impart, instruct, grant, confer) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.

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