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踪
On'yomi
ソウ・ショウ
SOU / SHOU
Kun'yomi
あと
ato
remains · clue · footprint
Details
Strokes15
Radical足foot(7)
Stroke Order
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Strokes15
Cultural Context
Etymology
Combines 'foot' (足) with 'ancestor' (宗, trace), representing footprints left after walking—whereabouts.
Symbolism
Symbolizes footprints, whereabouts, and traces. Represents evidence of passage and clues to find destinations.
Words & Expressions
Words written with 踪
失踪しっそうdisappearance
Other kanji with the same meaning
“remains”
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 踪 mean in Japanese?
踪 means remains, clue, footprint.
How do you read 踪?
On'yomi: ソウ、ショウ (SOU, SHOU). Kun'yomi: あと (ato).
How many strokes does 踪 have?
踪 has 15 strokes. Its radical is 足 (foot).
Is 踪 a good kanji for a tattoo?
踪 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means remains, clue, footprint. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.
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