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升
On'yomi
ショウ
SHOU
Kun'yomi
ます
masu
measuring box · 1.8 liter
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Stroke Order
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Strokes4
Component Breakdown
升=
丿廾
丿 + 廾
Cultural Context
Etymology
Shape of measuring with container. Measure.
Symbolism
One sho, grid, capacity. Represents measure.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 升 mean in Japanese?
升 means measuring box, 1.8 liter.
How do you read 升?
On'yomi: ショウ (SHOU). Kun'yomi: ます (masu).
How many strokes does 升 have?
升 has 4 strokes. Its radical is 十 (ten).
Is 升 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 升 (measuring box, 1.8 liter) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.