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On'yomi
シュウ・ジュ
SHUU / JU
Kun'yomi
なら.う・なら.い
narau / narai

learn

Details

Strokes11
Frequency#706
Radicalfeather(6)

Stroke Order

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Strokes11

Component Breakdown

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feather + white

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of feather and white. Bird practicing flight repeatedly.

Symbolism

Learning, habit, practice. Represents acquisition through repetition.

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Words & Expressions

Four-Character Compounds

自学自習

じがくじしゅう

teaching oneself; learning by oneself; self-study; teaching oneself

風俗習慣

ふうぞくしゅうかん

manners and customs; customs and habits; manners and customs

Proverbs & Idioms

習うより慣れろ

ならうよりなれろ

Practice makes perfect

Experience is the best teacher

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 習 mean in Japanese?

習 means learn.

How do you read 習?

On'yomi: シュウ、ジュ (SHUU, JU). Kun'yomi: なら.う、なら.い (narau, narai).

How many strokes does 習 have?

習 has 11 strokes. Its radical is 羽 (feather).

Is 習 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 習 (learn) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.

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