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芯
On'yomi
シン
SHIN
wick
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes7
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of grass and heart. Heart of grass.
Symbolism
Core, wick, center. Represents core.
Component Breakdown
芯=
艹心
grass + heart
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
芯が強い
しんがつよい
Having a strong core; Being mentally firm and unwavering
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 芯 mean in Japanese?
芯 means wick.
How do you read 芯?
On'yomi: シン (SHIN).
How many strokes does 芯 have?
芯 has 7 strokes. Its radical is 艸 (grass).
Is 芯 a good kanji for a tattoo?
芯 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means wick. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.