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Strokes13
Radical衣clothes(6)
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Strokes13
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of clothes and sand. Clothes of sand.
Symbolism
Kasaya, monk's robe, Buddhism. Represents monk's garment.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Ice crystals
Component Breakdown
裟=
沙衣
沙 + clothes
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
袈裟がけの覚悟
けさがけのかくご
Determination like a diagonal slash
Resolving to face something with total commitment
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 裟 mean in Japanese?
裟 means Buddhist surplice.
How do you read 裟?
On'yomi: サ、シャ (SA, SHA).
How many strokes does 裟 have?
裟 has 13 strokes. Its radical is 衣 (clothes).
Is 裟 a good kanji for a tattoo?
裟 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means Buddhist surplice. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.