渉
ford · go cross · transit · ferry · import · involve
Details
Description
Ford - walking through water. Crossing over, and the negotiation that gets you to the other side.
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Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of water and walk. Walking through water.
Symbolism
Negotiation, cross, interfere. Represents crossing.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Sitting and waiting
Component Breakdown
water + 歩
Words & Expressions
Words written with 渉
Four-Character Compounds
内政干渉
ないせいかんしょう
interference in the domestic affairs of another country
交渉決裂
こうしょうけつれつ
Negotiation breakdown; When talks fail to reach agreement
Other kanji with the same meaning
“transit”
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 渉 mean in Japanese?
渉 means ford, go cross, transit, ferry, import, involve. Ford - walking through water. Crossing over, and the negotiation that gets you to the other side.
How do you read 渉?
On'yomi: ショウ (SHOU). Kun'yomi: わた.る (wataru).
How many strokes does 渉 have?
渉 has 11 strokes. Its radical is 水 (water).
Is 渉 a good kanji for a tattoo?
渉 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means ford, go cross, transit, ferry, import, involve. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.
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