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Component Breakdown
沼=
氵召
water + 召
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of water and summon. Place where water gathers.
Symbolism
Swamp, wetland, mud. Represents marsh.
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
泥沼に嵌まる
どろぬまにはまる
To get stuck in a quagmire
To fall into an inescapable difficult situation
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 沼 mean in Japanese?
沼 means marsh, lake, bog, swamp, pond.
How do you read 沼?
On'yomi: ショウ (SHOU). Kun'yomi: ぬま (numa).
How many strokes does 沼 have?
沼 has 8 strokes. Its radical is 水 (water).
Is 沼 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 沼 (marsh, lake, bog, swamp, pond) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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