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On'yomi
ショウ
SHOU
Kun'yomi
ます
masu

measuring box · 1.8 liter

Details

Strokes4
Frequency#2077
Radicalten(2)

Stroke Order

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Strokes4

Component Breakdown

=
丿

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.