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鋳
On'yomi
チュウ・イ・シュ・シュウ
CHUU / I / SHU / SHUU
Kun'yomi
い.る
iru
casting · mint
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Strokes15
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of metal and longevity. Casting metal.
Symbolism
Casting, cast metal, cast. Represents casting.
Component Breakdown
鋳=
金寿
metal + 寿
Words & Expressions
Words written with 鋳
鋳るいるcast
鋳型いがたmold
鋳物いものcasting
鋳造ちゅうぞうminting
Proverbs & Idioms
鋳型にはめる
いがたにはめる
Put into a mold
Force into a fixed pattern without flexibility
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 鋳 mean in Japanese?
鋳 means casting, mint.
How do you read 鋳?
On'yomi: チュウ、イ、シュ、シュウ (CHUU, I, SHU, SHUU). Kun'yomi: い.る (iru).
How many strokes does 鋳 have?
鋳 has 15 strokes. Its radical is 金 (gold).
Is 鋳 a good kanji for a tattoo?
鋳 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means casting, mint. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.