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On'yomi
SHI
Kun'yomi
あずさ
azusa

catalpa tree · woodblock printing

Details

Strokes11
Frequency#2301
Radicaltree(4)

Stroke Order

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Strokes11

Component Breakdown

=

tree + 辛

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of tree and bitter. Hard wood used for printing blocks.

Symbolism

Publishing, woodblock, hometown. Symbol of literature and publishing.

Related Culture & Scenes

  • Under a great tree

Words & Expressions

Four-Character Compounds

梓に上す

あずさにのぼす

To publish a book; To have a work printed and distributed

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 梓 mean in Japanese?

梓 means catalpa tree, woodblock printing.

How do you read 梓?

On'yomi: シ (SHI). Kun'yomi: あずさ (azusa).

How many strokes does 梓 have?

梓 has 11 strokes. Its radical is 木 (tree).

Is 梓 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 梓 (catalpa tree, woodblock printing) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.