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梢

On'yomi
ショウ
SHOU
Kun'yomi
こずえ・くすのき
kozue / kusunoki

treetops · twig

Details

Strokes11
Radical木tree(4)

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Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of tree and resemble. Part resembling tree.

Symbolism

Treetop, tip of tree, branch tip. Represents tree tip.

Related Culture & Scenes

  • — Under a great tree

Component Breakdown

梢=
木肖

tree + 肖

Words & Expressions

Proverbs & Idioms

木の梢に風

きのこずえにかぜ

Wind in the treetops

Wind blowing through the tips of trees

Other kanji with the same meaning

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 梢 mean in Japanese?

梢 means treetops, twig.

How do you read 梢?

On'yomi: ショウ (SHOU). Kun'yomi: こずえ、くすのき (kozue, kusunoki).

How many strokes does 梢 have?

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

Is 梢 a good kanji for a tattoo?

梢 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means treetops, twig. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.

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