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続
On'yomi
ゾク・ショク・コウ・キョウ
ZOKU / SHOKU / KOU / KYOU
Kun'yomi
つづ.く・つづ.ける・つぐ.ない
tsuzuku / tsuzukeru / tsugunai
continue · series · sequel
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes13
Component Breakdown
続=
糹売
thread + 売
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of thread and sell. Thread continuing to sell.
Symbolism
Continuation, continue, sequence. Represents continuing.
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
継続は力なり
けいぞくはちからなり
Continuity is strength
Persistence leads to power
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 続 mean in Japanese?
続 means continue, series, sequel.
How do you read 続?
On'yomi: ゾク、ショク、コウ、キョウ (ZOKU, SHOKU, KOU, KYOU). Kun'yomi: つづ.く、つづ.ける、つぐ.ない (tsuzuku, tsuzukeru, tsugunai).
How many strokes does 続 have?
続 has 13 strokes. Its radical is 糸 (silk).
Is 続 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 続 (continue, series, sequel) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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