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渋
On'yomi
ジュウ・シュウ
JUU / SHUU
Kun'yomi
しぶ・しぶ.い・しぶ.る
shibu / shibui / shiburu
astringent · hesitate · reluctant · have diarrhea
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes11
Component Breakdown
渋=
氵止丷八
water + stop + 丷 + 八
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of water and stop. Water stopping.
Symbolism
Astringent, congestion, bitterness. Represents astringency.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Sitting and waiting
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
渋柿も熟すれば甘くなる
しぶがきもじゅくすればあまくなる
Even an astringent persimmon becomes sweet when ripe
Harsh people may mellow with time
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 渋 mean in Japanese?
渋 means astringent, hesitate, reluctant, have diarrhea.
How do you read 渋?
On'yomi: ジュウ、シュウ (JUU, SHUU). Kun'yomi: しぶ、しぶ.い、しぶ.る (shibu, shibui, shiburu).
How many strokes does 渋 have?
渋 has 11 strokes. Its radical is 水 (water).
Is 渋 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 渋 (astringent, hesitate, reluctant, have diarrhea) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.