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Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of phonetic and clothes. Cutting clothes.
Symbolism
Trial, sewing, sanction. Represents judging.
Words & Expressions
Words written with 裁
Four-Character Compounds
鉄拳制裁
てっけんせいさい
(punishment by) striking with fists
欠席裁判
けっせきさいばん
trial in absentia; judgment by default (judgement)
Proverbs & Idioms
独断専行は裁きを招く
どくだんせんこうはさばきをまねく
Arbitrary action invites judgment
Acting alone brings criticism
Anime & Manga
逆転裁判 その『真実』、異議あり！
Ace Attorney
A well-known work with 裁 in its Japanese title.
Other kanji with the same meaning
“decision”
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 裁 mean in Japanese?
裁 means tailor, judge, decision, cut out (pattern).
How do you read 裁?
On'yomi: サイ (SAI). Kun'yomi: た.つ、さば.く (tatsu, sabaku).
How many strokes does 裁 have?
裁 has 12 strokes. Its radical is 衣 (clothes).
Is 裁 a good kanji for a tattoo?
裁 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means tailor, judge, decision, cut out (pattern). Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.