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皐
On'yomi
コウ
KOU
Kun'yomi
さつき
satsuki
swamp · shore · fifth month
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Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of white and big. White month.
Symbolism
Fifth month, May, waterside. Represents May.
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
皐月晴れ
さつきばれ
Clear May weather; The pleasant sunny days of May
Anime & Manga
ウソツキ皐月は死が視える
Usotsuki Satsuki wa Shi ga Mieru
A well-known work with 皐 in its Japanese title.
Other kanji with the same meaning
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 皐 mean in Japanese?
皐 means swamp, shore, fifth month.
How do you read 皐?
On'yomi: コウ (KOU). Kun'yomi: さつき (satsuki).
How many strokes does 皐 have?
皐 has 11 strokes. Its radical is 白 (white).
Is 皐 a good kanji for a tattoo?
皐 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means swamp, shore, fifth month. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.