昌
prosperous · bright · clear
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Cultural Context
Etymology
Shape of two suns stacked. Sun shining prosperously.
Symbolism
Prosperity, flourishing, thrive. Represents prosperity.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Bright future
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
昌盛を極める
しょうせいをきわめる
To reach the height of prosperity
To attain the peak of flourishing
Related Figures & Stories
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Sanada Masayuki was a Japanese Sengoku period lord and daimyō.
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Yamagata Masakage also known as Obu Masakage was a Japanese samurai warrior of the Sengoku period.
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Hara Masatane was a senior retainer of the Takeda clan during the late Sengoku period of Japanese history.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does 昌 mean in Japanese?
昌 means prosperous, bright, clear.
How do you read 昌?
On'yomi: ショウ (SHOU). Kun'yomi: さかん (sakan).
How many strokes does 昌 have?
昌 has 8 strokes. Its radical is 日 (sun).
Is 昌 a good kanji for a tattoo?
昌 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means prosperous, bright, clear. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.
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