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柱
On'yomi
チュウ
CHUU
Kun'yomi
はしら
hashira
pillar · post · cylinder · support
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes9
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of tree and master. Master of tree.
Symbolism
Pillar, support, utility pole. Represents pillar.
Component Breakdown
柱=
木主
tree + 主
Words & Expressions
Words written with 柱
支柱しちゅうprop
電柱でんちゅうpower pole
円柱えんちゅうround pillar
大黒柱だいこくばしらmain man
Proverbs & Idioms
大黒柱を失う
だいこくばしらをうしなう
Lose the main pillar
Lose the central figure who supports everything
Anime & Manga
鬼滅の刃 柱稽古編
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Hashira Training Arc
A well-known work with 柱 in its Japanese title.
Other kanji with the same meaning
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 柱 mean in Japanese?
柱 means pillar, post, cylinder, support.
How do you read 柱?
On'yomi: チュウ (CHUU). Kun'yomi: はしら (hashira).
How many strokes does 柱 have?
柱 has 9 strokes. Its radical is 木 (tree).
Is 柱 a good kanji for a tattoo?
柱 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means pillar, post, cylinder, support. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.