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唇
On'yomi
シン
SHIN
Kun'yomi
くちびる
kuchibiru
lips
Details
Stroke Order
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Component Breakdown
唇=
辰口
辰 + mouth
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of dragon and mouth. Mouth of dragon.
Symbolism
Lips, labial, lips. Represents lips.
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
唇歯輔車
しんしほしゃ
mutual dependence; mutual dependence
朱唇皓歯
しゅしんこうし
red lips and pearly white teeth (said of beautiful women); red lips and pearly white teeth (said of beautiful women)
唇を噛む
くちびるをかむ
Biting one's lip; Suppressing frustration
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 唇 mean in Japanese?
唇 means lips.
How do you read 唇?
On'yomi: シン (SHIN). Kun'yomi: くちびる (kuchibiru).
How many strokes does 唇 have?
唇 has 10 strokes. Its radical is 口 (mouth).
Is 唇 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 唇 (lips) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.