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On'yomi
チュウ
CHUU
Kun'yomi
つむぎ・つむ.ぐ
tsumugi / tsumugu

pongee (a knotted silk cloth)

Details

Strokes11
Radicalsilk(6)

Stroke Order

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Strokes11

Component Breakdown

=

thread + 由

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of thread and reason. Reason of thread.

Symbolism

Pongee, silk fabric, kimono. Represents pongee.

Related Culture & Scenes

  • Weaving cloth

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 紬 mean in Japanese?

紬 means pongee (a knotted silk cloth).

How do you read 紬?

On'yomi: チュウ (CHUU). Kun'yomi: つむぎ、つむ.ぐ (tsumugi, tsumugu).

How many strokes does 紬 have?

紬 has 11 strokes. Its radical is 糸 (silk).

Is 紬 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 紬 (pongee (a knotted silk cloth)) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.