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設
On'yomi
セツ
SETSU
Kun'yomi
もう.ける
moukeru
establishment · provision · prepare
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes11
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of words and weapon. Establishing with words.
Symbolism
Installation, design, facility. Represents establishing.
Component Breakdown
設=
言殳
speech + weapon
Words & Expressions
Words written with 設
Proverbs & Idioms
設計図を描く
せっけいずをえがく
To draw up blueprints
To create a plan or design
Anime & Manga
ヘルモード ～やり込み好きのゲーマーは廃設定の異世界で無双する～
HELL MODE: The Hardcore Gamer Dominates in Another World with Garbage Balancing
A well-known work with 設 in its Japanese title.
Other kanji with the same meaning
“provision”
“prepare”
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 設 mean in Japanese?
設 means establishment, provision, prepare.
How do you read 設?
On'yomi: セツ (SETSU). Kun'yomi: もう.ける (moukeru).
How many strokes does 設 have?
設 has 11 strokes. Its radical is 言 (speech).
Is 設 a good kanji for a tattoo?
設 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means establishment, provision, prepare. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.