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印
On'yomi
イン
IN
Kun'yomi
しるし・-じるし・しる.す
shirushi / jirushi / shirusu
stamp · seal · mark · imprint · symbol · emblem · trademark · evidence · souvenir · India
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Strokes6
Frequency#682
Radical卩seal(2)
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Strokes6
Cultural Context
Etymology
Shape of pressing with hand. Seal, mark.
Symbolism
Seal, impression, proof. Represents confirmation and evidence.
Spiritual Meaning
Esoteric Buddhist "mudra" are sacred symbols formed with hands. They connect to specific Buddhas, a spiritual practice invoking their power.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Stamping a seal
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
印象批評
いんしょうひひょう
impressionistic criticism; impressionistic criticism
Proverbs & Idioms
印籠を出す
いんろうをだす
To show the seal case
To reveal decisive authority or proof