注
pour · irrigate · shed (tears) · flow into · concentrate on · notes · comment · annotate
Details
Stroke Order
Component Breakdown
water + 主
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of water and master. Pouring water mainly.
Symbolism
Attention, notice, order. Represents concentration and supply.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Water flowing to low ground
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
注意一秒怪我一生
ちゅういいちびょうけがいっしょう
One second of inattention, a lifetime of injury
A moment's carelessness can cause lifelong consequences
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 注 mean in Japanese?
注 means pour, irrigate, shed (tears), flow into, concentrate on, notes, comment, annotate.
How do you read 注?
On'yomi: チュウ (CHUU). Kun'yomi: そそ.ぐ、さ.す、つ.ぐ (sosogu, sasu, tsugu).
How many strokes does 注 have?
注 has 8 strokes. Its radical is 水 (water).
Is 注 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 注 (pour, irrigate, shed (tears), flow into, concentrate on, notes, comment, annotate) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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