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臣
On'yomi
シン・ジン
SHIN / JIN
retainer · subject
Details
Strokes7
Frequency#1249
Radical臣minister(6)
Stroke Order
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Strokes7
Cultural Context
Etymology
Shape of eye of prostrating person. Retainer.
Symbolism
Vassal, retainer, loyalty. Represents retainer.
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
伴食大臣
ばんしょくだいじん
nominal (figurehead) minister; titular minister; nominal (figurehead) minister
乱臣賊子
らんしんぞくし
rebels against one's lord and one's parents; rebellious (treacherous) subject; traitor; rebels against one's lord and one's parents
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 臣 mean in Japanese?
臣 means retainer, subject.
How do you read 臣?
On'yomi: シン、ジン (SHIN, JIN).
How many strokes does 臣 have?
臣 has 7 strokes. Its radical is 臣 (minister).
Is 臣 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 臣 (retainer, subject) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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