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殉
On'yomi
ジュン
JUN
martyrdom · follow by resigning
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Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of death and ten days. Dying following.
Symbolism
Martyrdom, death in duty, suicide. Represents dying for cause.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Water flowing to low ground
Component Breakdown
殉=
歹旬
歹 + 旬
Words & Expressions
Words written with 殉
殉難じゅんなんmartyrdom
Proverbs & Idioms
殉死の覚悟
じゅんしのかくご
The resolve to die for one's lord
Determination to sacrifice one's life for a master
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 殉 mean in Japanese?
殉 means martyrdom, follow by resigning.
How do you read 殉?
On'yomi: ジュン (JUN).
How many strokes does 殉 have?
殉 has 10 strokes. Its radical is 歹 (death).
Is 殉 a good kanji for a tattoo?
殉 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means martyrdom, follow by resigning. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.