誘
entice · lead · tempt · invite · ask · call for · seduce · allure
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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.
Related Culture & Scenes
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Component Breakdown
speech + 秀
Words & Expressions
Words written with 誘
Anime & Manga
2.5次元の誘惑
2.5 Dimensional Seduction
A well-known work with 誘 in its Japanese title.
Other kanji with the same meaning
Frequently Asked Questions
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?
誘 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means entice, lead, tempt, invite, ask, call for, seduce, allure. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.
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