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On'yomi
サツ・ソウ
SATSU / SOU
Kun'yomi
さっ.と
satto

sudden · quick · sound of the wind

Details

Strokes14
Radicalwind(9)

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Strokes14

Component Breakdown

=

stand + wind

Cultural Context

Etymology

Combines 'wind' (風) with 'stand' (立), representing wind blowing vigorously—dashing appearance.

Symbolism

Symbolizes dashingness, refreshingness, and vigor. Represents advancing refreshingly and powerfully like wind.

Related Culture & Scenes

  • Blown by the wind

Words & Expressions

Four-Character Compounds

英姿颯爽

えいしさっそう

cutting a fine (dashing, gallant, noble) figure; cutting a fine (dashing, gallant, noble) figure

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 颯 mean in Japanese?

颯 means sudden, quick, sound of the wind.

How do you read 颯?

On'yomi: サツ、ソウ (SATSU, SOU). Kun'yomi: さっ.と (satto).

How many strokes does 颯 have?

颯 has 14 strokes. Its radical is 風 (wind).

Is 颯 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 颯 (sudden, quick, sound of the wind) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.

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