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擦
On'yomi
サツ
SATSU
Kun'yomi
す.る・す.れる・-ず.れ・こす.る・こす.れる
suru / sureru / zure / kosuru / kosureru
grate · rub · scratch · scrape · chafe · scour
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Stroke Order
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Strokes17
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of hand and examine. Rubbing with hand.
Symbolism
Friction, rub, abrasion. Represents rubbing.
Component Breakdown
擦=
扌察
hand + 察
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
擦り減っても価値は残る
すりへってもかちはのこる
Even worn down, value remains
Essence endures despite surface damage
Other kanji with the same meaning
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 擦 mean in Japanese?
擦 means grate, rub, scratch, scrape, chafe, scour.
How do you read 擦?
On'yomi: サツ (SATSU). Kun'yomi: す.る、す.れる、-ず.れ、こす.る、こす.れる (suru, sureru, zure, kosuru, kosureru).
How many strokes does 擦 have?
擦 has 17 strokes. Its radical is 手 (hand).
Is 擦 a good kanji for a tattoo?
擦 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means grate, rub, scratch, scrape, chafe, scour. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.