渋
astringent · hesitate · reluctant · have diarrhea
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Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of water and stop. Water stopping.
Symbolism
Astringent, congestion, bitterness. Represents astringency.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Sitting and waiting
Component Breakdown
water + stop + 丷 + 八
Words & Expressions
Words written with 渋
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
Related Figures & Stories
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Name contains 渋
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Name contains 渋
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WikipediaFrequently 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?
渋 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means astringent, hesitate, reluctant, have diarrhea. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.