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摯
On'yomi
シ
SHI
Kun'yomi
いた.る・つか.む・にえ
itaru / tsukamu / nie
gift · seriousness
Details
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Strokes15
Cultural Context
Etymology
Combines 'hold firmly' (執) with 'hand,' representing holding tight without letting go—earnest and sincere.
Symbolism
Symbolizes sincerity, earnestness, and seriousness. Represents an honest attitude facing things head-on.
Component Breakdown
摯=
執手
執 + hand
Words & Expressions
Words written with 摯
真摯しんしsincere
Other kanji with the same meaning
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 摯 mean in Japanese?
摯 means gift, seriousness.
How do you read 摯?
On'yomi: シ (SHI). Kun'yomi: いた.る、つか.む、にえ (itaru, tsukamu, nie).
How many strokes does 摯 have?
摯 has 15 strokes. Its radical is 手 (hand).
Is 摯 a good kanji for a tattoo?
摯 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means gift, seriousness. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.
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