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枢

On'yomi
スウ・シュ
SUU / SHU
Kun'yomi
とぼそ・からくり
toboso / karakuri

hinge · pivot · door · center of things

Details

Strokes8
Frequency#1791
Radical木tree(4)
Old Form樞

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Strokes8

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of tree and divide. Dividing tree.

Symbolism

Axis, center, key. Represents center.

Component Breakdown

枢=
木区

tree + 区

Words & Expressions

Words written with 枢

中枢ちゅうすうhub
枢軸すうじくaxle

Other kanji with the same meaning

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 枢 mean in Japanese?

枢 means hinge, pivot, door, center of things.

How do you read 枢?

On'yomi: スウ、シュ (SUU, SHU). Kun'yomi: とぼそ、からくり (toboso, karakuri).

How many strokes does 枢 have?

枢 has 8 strokes. Its radical is 木 (tree).

Is 枢 a good kanji for a tattoo?

枢 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means hinge, pivot, door, center of things. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.

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