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栓
On'yomi
セン
SEN
plug · bolt · cork · bung · stopper
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes10
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of tree and all. All wood.
Symbolism
Stopper, cork, blood clot. Represents stopper.
Component Breakdown
栓=
木全
tree + 全
Words & Expressions
Words written with 栓
栓抜きせんぬきbottle opener
Four-Character Compounds
栓を抜く
せんをぬく
To pull the plug; To remove a stopper and release contents
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 栓 mean in Japanese?
栓 means plug, bolt, cork, bung, stopper.
How do you read 栓?
On'yomi: セン (SEN).
How many strokes does 栓 have?
栓 has 10 strokes. Its radical is 木 (tree).
Is 栓 a good kanji for a tattoo?
栓 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means plug, bolt, cork, bung, stopper. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.