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Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of clothing and middle. Middle of clothing.
Symbolism
Innermost, compromise, center. Represents innermost.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Lending an ear
Words & Expressions
Words written with 衷
折衷せっちゅうeclecticism
衷心ちゅうしんinnermost feelings
Four-Character Compounds
和洋折衷
わようせっちゅう
blending of Japanese and Western styles
雅俗折衷
がぞくせっちゅう
blending of the classical and colloquial styles
和衷協同
わちゅうきょうどう
harmonious cooperation; close cooperation
Other kanji with the same meaning
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 衷 mean in Japanese?
衷 means inmost, heart, mind, inside.
How do you read 衷?
On'yomi: チュウ (CHUU).
How many strokes does 衷 have?
衷 has 9 strokes. Its radical is 衣 (clothes).
Is 衷 a good kanji for a tattoo?
衷 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means inmost, heart, mind, inside. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.