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On'yomi
ショウ
SHOU
Kun'yomi
あやか.る
ayakaru

resemblance

Details

Strokes7
Frequency#1889
Radicalmeat(6)

Stroke Order

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Strokes7

Component Breakdown

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⺌ + moon

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of small and flesh. Small flesh.

Symbolism

Portrait, resemble, imitation. Represents resemblance.

Words & Expressions

Proverbs & Idioms

肖像画のように動かない

しょうぞうがのようにうごかない

As still as a portrait

Completely motionless and still

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 肖 mean in Japanese?

肖 means resemblance.

How do you read 肖?

On'yomi: ショウ (SHOU). Kun'yomi: あやか.る (ayakaru).

How many strokes does 肖 have?

肖 has 7 strokes. Its radical is 肉 (meat).

Is 肖 a good kanji for a tattoo?

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