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枝
On'yomi
シ
SHI
Kun'yomi
えだ
eda
bough · branch · twig · limb · counter for branches
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes8
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of tree and support. Support of tree.
Symbolism
Branch, twig, foliage. Represents branch.
Component Breakdown
枝=
木支
tree + 支
Words & Expressions
Words written with 枝
Four-Character Compounds
枝葉末節
しようまっせつ
unimportant details; inessentials
金枝玉葉
きんしぎょくよう
member of the Imperial family; royalty; beautiful clouds
Related Figures & Stories
三枝昌貞
Name contains 枝
Saigusa Moritomo was a Japanese samurai warrior of the Sengoku period.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does 枝 mean in Japanese?
枝 means bough, branch, twig, limb, counter for branches.
How do you read 枝?
On'yomi: シ (SHI). Kun'yomi: えだ (eda).
How many strokes does 枝 have?
枝 has 8 strokes. Its radical is 木 (tree).
Is 枝 a good kanji for a tattoo?
枝 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means bough, branch, twig, limb, counter for branches. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.