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On'yomi
グウ
GUU
Kun'yomi
すみ
sumi

corner · nook

Details

Strokes12
Frequency#1601
Radicalmound(8)

Stroke Order

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Strokes12

Component Breakdown

=

hill + 禺

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of hill and phonetic. Corner of hill.

Symbolism

Corner, angle, nook. Represents edge.

Words & Expressions

Proverbs & Idioms

隅に置けない

すみにおけない

Cannot be put in a corner

Someone not to be underestimated

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 隅 mean in Japanese?

隅 means corner, nook.

How do you read 隅?

On'yomi: グウ (GUU). Kun'yomi: すみ (sumi).

How many strokes does 隅 have?

隅 has 12 strokes. Its radical is 阜 (mound).

Is 隅 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 隅 (corner, nook) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.

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