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Strokes14
Radical竹bamboo(6)
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Cultural Context
Etymology
Combines 'bamboo' (竹) with 'thin' (戔), representing thin bamboo slips, extended to letter paper.
Symbolism
Symbolizes letters, stationery, and prescriptions. Represents paper for writing and medical instruction documents.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Writing on paper
Component Breakdown
箋=
竹戔
bamboo + 戔
Words & Expressions
Words written with 箋
便箋びんせんnotepaper
Other kanji with the same meaning
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 箋 mean in Japanese?
箋 means paper, label, letter, composition.
How do you read 箋?
On'yomi: セン (SEN). Kun'yomi: ふだ (fuda).
How many strokes does 箋 have?
箋 has 14 strokes. Its radical is 竹 (bamboo).
Is 箋 a good kanji for a tattoo?
箋 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means paper, label, letter, composition. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.
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