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Strokes16
Radical金gold(8)
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Strokes16
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of metal and droop. Metal drooping.
Symbolism
Spindle, weight, plumb. Represents weight.
Component Breakdown
錘=
金垂
metal + 垂
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
錘を下ろす
つむをおろす
To drop the spindle
To use a weight for spinning thread
Other kanji with the same meaning
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 錘 mean in Japanese?
錘 means weight, plumb bob, sinker, spindle.
How do you read 錘?
On'yomi: スイ (SUI). Kun'yomi: つむ、おもり (tsumu, omori).
How many strokes does 錘 have?
錘 has 16 strokes. Its radical is 金 (gold).
Is 錘 a good kanji for a tattoo?
錘 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means weight, plumb bob, sinker, spindle. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.