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采
On'yomi
サイ
SAI
Kun'yomi
と.る・いろどり
toru / irodori
dice · form · appearance · take · gather · coloring
Details
Strokes8
Radical釆distinguish(7)
Stroke Order
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Strokes8
Cultural Context
Etymology
Shape of picking fruit with hand. Picking.
Symbolism
Command, pick, appearance. Represents selecting.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Ice crystals
Component Breakdown
采=
爫木
claw + tree
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
拍手喝采
はくしゅかっさい
clapping and cheering; applause
Proverbs & Idioms
采配を振る
さいはいをふる
To wield the baton
To take command and direct actions
Other kanji with the same meaning
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does 采 mean in Japanese?
采 means dice, form, appearance, take, gather, coloring.
How do you read 采?
On'yomi: サイ (SAI). Kun'yomi: と.る、いろどり (toru, irodori).
How many strokes does 采 have?
采 has 8 strokes. Its radical is 釆 (distinguish).
Is 采 a good kanji for a tattoo?
采 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means dice, form, appearance, take, gather, coloring. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.
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