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Strokes17
Radical爪claw(4)
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Cultural Context
Etymology
Wine vessel shaped like bird. Peerage.
Symbolism
Peerage, baron, nobility. Represents rank.
Words & Expressions
Words written with 爵
公爵こうしゃくduke
男爵だんしゃくbaron
侯爵こうしゃくmarquess
Proverbs & Idioms
爵位は名誉なり
しゃくいはめいよなり
A peerage is an honor
Titles of nobility signify prestige
Anime & Manga
彼女が公爵邸に行った理由
Why Raeliana Ended Up at the Duke’s Mansion
A well-known work with 爵 in its Japanese title.
白龍公爵ペンドラゴン
Duke Pendragon: Master of the White Dragon
A well-known work with 爵 in its Japanese title.
公爵令嬢の嗜み
Accomplishments of the Duke's Daughter
A well-known work with 爵 in its Japanese title.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does 爵 mean in Japanese?
爵 means baron, peerage, court rank.
How do you read 爵?
On'yomi: シャク (SHAKU).
How many strokes does 爵 have?
爵 has 17 strokes. Its radical is 爪 (claw).
Is 爵 a good kanji for a tattoo?
爵 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means baron, peerage, court rank. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.