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Component Breakdown
習=
羽白
feather + white
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of feather and white. Bird practicing flight repeatedly.
Symbolism
Learning, habit, practice. Represents acquisition through repetition.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Deepening learning
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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