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Strokes10
Radical木tree(4)
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Strokes10
Cultural Context
Etymology
Combines 'tree' (木) with 'dry' (干), originating from breaking branches as trail markers. Also means bookmarks.
Symbolism
Symbolizes bookmarks, guideposts, and guidance. Represents markers in books and life's guiding principles.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Unraveling a book
Component Breakdown
栞=
幵木
幵 + tree
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 栞 mean in Japanese?
栞 means bookmark, guidebook.
How do you read 栞?
On'yomi: カン (KAN). Kun'yomi: しおり (shiori).
How many strokes does 栞 have?
栞 has 10 strokes. Its radical is 木 (tree).
Is 栞 a good kanji for a tattoo?
栞 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means bookmark, guidebook. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.