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On'yomi
ソウ・ゾウ
SOU / ZOU

office · official · comrade · fellow

Details

Strokes11
Frequency#1998
Radicalsay(4)

Stroke Order

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Strokes11

Component Breakdown

=

one + 曲 + sun

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of say and east. Saying east.

Symbolism

Legal profession, sergeant, comrade. Represents comrade.

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Words & Expressions

Proverbs & Idioms

曹操の如く

そうそうのごとく

Like Cao Cao

Being skilled in strategy like the hero

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 曹 mean in Japanese?

曹 means office, official, comrade, fellow.

How do you read 曹?

On'yomi: ソウ、ゾウ (SOU, ZOU).

How many strokes does 曹 have?

曹 has 11 strokes. Its radical is 曰 (say).

Is 曹 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 曹 (office, official, comrade, fellow) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.

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