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摩
On'yomi
マ
MA
Kun'yomi
ま.する・さす.る・す.る
masuru / sasuru / suru
chafe · rub · polish · grind · scrape
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes15
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of hemp and hand. Rubbing hemp with hand.
Symbolism
Friction, polish, rub. Represents rubbing.
Component Breakdown
摩=
麻手
hemp + hand
Words & Expressions
Words written with 摩
摩るさするpat
摩擦まさつchafing
あん摩あんまmasseur
摩洛哥モロッコmorocco
摩天楼まてんろうskyscraper
Four-Character Compounds
揣摩臆測
しまおくそく
conjectures and surmises; speculation; giving one's imagination full play without any ground
Other kanji with the same meaning
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 摩 mean in Japanese?
摩 means chafe, rub, polish, grind, scrape.
How do you read 摩?
On'yomi: マ (MA). Kun'yomi: ま.する、さす.る、す.る (masuru, sasuru, suru).
How many strokes does 摩 have?
摩 has 15 strokes. Its radical is 手 (hand).
Is 摩 a good kanji for a tattoo?
摩 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means chafe, rub, polish, grind, scrape. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.