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Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of thread and phonetic. Fine thread.
Symbolism
Fiber, delicate, fine. Represents fineness.
Words & Expressions
Words written with 繊
繊維せんいfibre
繊細せんさいdainty
化繊かせんchemical fiber
合成繊維ごうせいせんいsynthetic fibre
Proverbs & Idioms
繊細な神経
せんさいなしんけい
Delicate nerves
Sensitive and refined perception
Other kanji with the same meaning
“slender”
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 繊 mean in Japanese?
繊 means slender, fine, thin kimono.
How do you read 繊?
On'yomi: セン (SEN).
How many strokes does 繊 have?
繊 has 17 strokes. Its radical is 糸 (silk).
Is 繊 a good kanji for a tattoo?
繊 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means slender, fine, thin kimono. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.