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朔
On'yomi
サク
SAKU
Kun'yomi
ついたち
tsuitachi
conjunction (astronomy) · first day of month · north
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Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of moon and reverse. Beginning of moon.
Symbolism
First day, new moon, new moon. Represents first of month.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Start of the day
Component Breakdown
朔=
屰月
屰 + moon
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
朔日参り
ついたちまいり
First day shrine visit; Visiting shrines on the first of each month
Other kanji with the same meaning
“north”
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 朔 mean in Japanese?
朔 means conjunction (astronomy), first day of month, north.
How do you read 朔?
On'yomi: サク (SAKU). Kun'yomi: ついたち (tsuitachi).
How many strokes does 朔 have?
朔 has 10 strokes. Its radical is 月 (moon).
Is 朔 a good kanji for a tattoo?
朔 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means conjunction (astronomy), first day of month, north. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.
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