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障
On'yomi
ショウ
SHOU
Kun'yomi
さわ.る
sawaru
hinder · hurt · harm
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes14
Component Breakdown
障=
阝章
hill + 章
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of hill and chapter. Hill blocking chapter.
Symbolism
Obstacle, barrier, hindrance. Represents obstruction.
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
一寸先は闇
いっすんさきはやみ
Even an inch ahead is darkness
The near future is unpredictable
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 障 mean in Japanese?
障 means hinder, hurt, harm.
How do you read 障?
On'yomi: ショウ (SHOU). Kun'yomi: さわ.る (sawaru).
How many strokes does 障 have?
障 has 14 strokes. Its radical is 阜 (mound).
Is 障 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 障 (hinder, hurt, harm) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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