杉
cedar · cryptomeria
Details
Description
Cedar - the tall straight cryptomeria that lines shrine approaches and covers Japanese mountainsides.
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Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of tree and hair. Tree with hair.
Symbolism
Cedar, cedar forest, lumber. Represents cedar.
Component Breakdown
tree + 彡
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WikipediaOther kanji with the same meaning
“cedar”
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 杉 mean in Japanese?
杉 means cedar, cryptomeria. Cedar - the tall straight cryptomeria that lines shrine approaches and covers Japanese mountainsides.
How do you read 杉?
On'yomi: サン (SAN). Kun'yomi: すぎ (sugi).
How many strokes does 杉 have?
杉 has 7 strokes. Its radical is 木 (tree).
Is 杉 a good kanji for a tattoo?
杉 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means cedar, cryptomeria. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.
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