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施
On'yomi
シ・セ
SHI / SE
Kun'yomi
ほどこ.す
hodokosu
give · bestow · perform · alms
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes9
Component Breakdown
施=
方㐌
方 + 㐌
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of direction and also. Applying in all directions.
Symbolism
Facility, implement, apply. Represents applying.
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
施しは人のためならず
ほどこしはひとのためならず
Charity is not only for others
Good deeds come back to benefit the giver
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 施 mean in Japanese?
施 means give, bestow, perform, alms.
How do you read 施?
On'yomi: シ、セ (SHI, SE). Kun'yomi: ほどこ.す (hodokosu).
How many strokes does 施 have?
施 has 9 strokes. Its radical is 方 (square).
Is 施 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 施 (give, bestow, perform, alms) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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