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漆
On'yomi
シツ
SHITSU
Kun'yomi
うるし
urushi
lacquer · varnish · seven
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes14
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of water and tree sap. Liquid from tree.
Symbolism
Lacquerware, paint, Japanese craft. Represents traditional craft.
Component Breakdown
漆=
氵桼
water + 桼
Words & Expressions
Words written with 漆
漆黒しっこくjet-black
漆器しっきlacquerware
漆塗りうるしぬりlacquering
Four-Character Compounds
漆黒の闇
しっこくのやみ
Jet-black darkness; Complete and utter darkness
Other kanji with the same meaning
“seven”
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 漆 mean in Japanese?
漆 means lacquer, varnish, seven.
How do you read 漆?
On'yomi: シツ (SHITSU). Kun'yomi: うるし (urushi).
How many strokes does 漆 have?
漆 has 14 strokes. Its radical is 水 (water).
Is 漆 a good kanji for a tattoo?
漆 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means lacquer, varnish, seven. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.
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