誘

Etymology

Combines 'speech' (言) with 'excel/lead' (秀), meaning to guide or invite through words. Used for both positive guidance and negative enticement.

Symbolism

Symbolizes guidance, temptation, and invitation. Represents the power of words to move hearts, with meaning depending on direction.

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What does 誘 mean in Japanese?

誘 means entice, lead, tempt, invite, ask, call for, seduce, allure.

How do you read 誘?

On'yomi: ユウ (YUU). Kun'yomi: さそ.う、いざな.う (sasou, izanau).

How many strokes does 誘 have?

誘 has 14 strokes. Its radical is 言 (speech).

Is 誘 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 誘 (entice, lead, tempt, invite, ask, call for, seduce, allure) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.