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粧
On'yomi
ショウ
SHOU
cosmetics · adorn (one's person)
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes12
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of rice and manor. Making up white like rice.
Symbolism
Makeup, adornment, dress. Represents making up.
Component Breakdown
粧=
米庄
rice + 庄
Words & Expressions
Words written with 粧
Proverbs & Idioms
素顔に勝る化粧なし
すがおにまさるけしょうなし
No makeup surpasses a natural face
Being natural is more beautiful than any decoration
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 粧 mean in Japanese?
粧 means cosmetics, adorn (one's person).
How do you read 粧?
On'yomi: ショウ (SHOU).
How many strokes does 粧 have?
粧 has 12 strokes. Its radical is 米 (rice).
Is 粧 a good kanji for a tattoo?
粧 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means cosmetics, adorn (one's person). Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.
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