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之
On'yomi
シ
SHI
Kun'yomi
の・これ・ゆく・この
no / kore / yuku / kono
of · this
Details
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Cultural Context
Etymology
Shape of foot advancing. This.
Symbolism
This, of, possessive. Represents this.
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
匪石之心
ひせきのこころ
steadfastness; firmness in one's conviction; having a heart that does not change as easily as a stone rolls about; steadfastness
燃犀之明
ねんさいのめい
extraordinary perceptiveness; sharp insight; extraordinary perceptiveness
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 之 mean in Japanese?
之 means of, this.
How do you read 之?
On'yomi: シ (SHI). Kun'yomi: の、これ、ゆく、この (no, kore, yuku, kono).
How many strokes does 之 have?
之 has 3 strokes. Its radical is 丿 (slash).
Is 之 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 之 (of, this) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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