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Strokes18
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of stone and Chu. Stone of Chu.
Symbolism
Foundation, cornerstone, base. Represents foundation.
Component Breakdown
礎=
石楚
stone + 楚
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
礎を築く
いしずえをきずく
To lay the foundation; To build the base for something
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 礎 mean in Japanese?
礎 means cornerstone, foundation stone.
How do you read 礎?
On'yomi: ソ (SO). Kun'yomi: いしずえ (ishizue).
How many strokes does 礎 have?
礎 has 18 strokes. Its radical is 石 (stone).
Is 礎 a good kanji for a tattoo?
礎 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means cornerstone, foundation stone. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.