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Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of body, show, and measure. One who governs military.
Symbolism
Military officer, console, rank. Represents military position.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Military officer rank
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
尉官の務め
いかんのつとめ
The duty of a junior officer
Responsibilities of military middle management
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 尉 mean in Japanese?
尉 means military officer, jailer, old man, rank.
How do you read 尉?
On'yomi: イ、ジョウ (I, JOU).
How many strokes does 尉 have?
尉 has 11 strokes. Its radical is 寸 (inch).
Is 尉 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 尉 (military officer, jailer, old man, rank) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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