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司
On'yomi
シ
SHI
Kun'yomi
つかさど.る
tsukasadoru
director · official · govt office · rule · administer
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes5
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of mouth and private. Administering with mouth.
Symbolism
MC, boss, judiciary. Represents administering.
Related Culture & Scenes
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Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
司るものの責任
つかさどるもののせきにん
Those who govern bear responsibility
Leadership comes with accountability
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 司 mean in Japanese?
司 means director, official, govt office, rule, administer.
How do you read 司?
On'yomi: シ (SHI). Kun'yomi: つかさど.る (tsukasadoru).
How many strokes does 司 have?
司 has 5 strokes. Its radical is 口 (mouth).
Is 司 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 司 (director, official, govt office, rule, administer) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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