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昭
On'yomi
ショウ
SHOU
shining · bright
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes9
Component Breakdown
昭=
日召
sun + 召
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of sun and summon. Sun summoning brightness.
Symbolism
Showa era, clear, obvious. Represents clarity.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Bright future
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
昭昭たる
しょうしょうたる
Crystal clear; Extremely clear and undoubted
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 昭 mean in Japanese?
昭 means shining, bright.
How do you read 昭?
On'yomi: ショウ (SHOU).
How many strokes does 昭 have?
昭 has 9 strokes. Its radical is 日 (sun).
Is 昭 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 昭 (shining, bright) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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