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Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of words and administer. Administering words.
Symbolism
Lyrics, lines, parts of speech. Represents words.
Component Breakdown
詞=
言司
speech + 司
Words & Expressions
Words written with 詞
Proverbs & Idioms
言葉は心の鏡
ことばはこころのかがみ
Words are the mirror of the heart
Speech reflects character
Other kanji with the same meaning
“poetry”
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 詞 mean in Japanese?
詞 means part of speech, words, poetry.
How do you read 詞?
On'yomi: シ (SHI). Kun'yomi: ことば (kotoba).
How many strokes does 詞 have?
詞 has 12 strokes. Its radical is 言 (speech).
Is 詞 a good kanji for a tattoo?
詞 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means part of speech, words, poetry. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.
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