←Back
Details
Strokes14
Radical金gold(8)
Stroke Order
Loading...
Strokes14
Component Breakdown
銑=
金先
metal + 先
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of metal and ahead. Metal ahead.
Symbolism
Pig iron, cast iron, ironmaking. Represents pig iron.
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
銑鉄を精錬する
せんてつをせいれんする
To refine pig iron
To purify crude iron
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 銑 mean in Japanese?
銑 means pig iron.
How do you read 銑?
On'yomi: セン (SEN).
How many strokes does 銑 have?
銑 has 14 strokes. Its radical is 金 (gold).
Is 銑 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 銑 (pig iron) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.