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Component Breakdown
詔=
言召
speech + 召
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of words and summon. Summoning with words.
Symbolism
Imperial edict, decree, order. Represents emperor's command.
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
詔勅を奉じる
しょうちょくをほうじる
To receive an imperial edict
To respectfully accept the emperor's order
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 詔 mean in Japanese?
詔 means imperial edict.
How do you read 詔?
On'yomi: ショウ (SHOU). Kun'yomi: みことのり (mikotonori).
How many strokes does 詔 have?
詔 has 12 strokes. Its radical is 言 (speech).
Is 詔 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 詔 (imperial edict) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.