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On'yomi
シュ・ショウ
SHU / SHOU
Kun'yomi
は.れる・は.れ・は.らす・はれもの
hareru / hare / harasu / haremono

tumor · swelling

Details

Strokes13
Frequency#2145
Radicalmeat(6)

Stroke Order

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Strokes13

Component Breakdown

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moon + 重

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of flesh and heavy. Flesh swelling heavily.

Symbolism

Tumor, swelling, puffiness. Represents swelling.

Words & Expressions

Proverbs & Idioms

腫れ物に触るよう

はれものにさわるよう

Like touching a boil

Handling something with excessive caution

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 腫 mean in Japanese?

腫 means tumor, swelling.

How do you read 腫?

On'yomi: シュ、ショウ (SHU, SHOU). Kun'yomi: は.れる、は.れ、は.らす、はれもの (hareru, hare, harasu, haremono).

How many strokes does 腫 have?

腫 has 13 strokes. Its radical is 肉 (meat).

Is 腫 a good kanji for a tattoo?

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

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