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On'yomi
シュウ・ス
SHUU / SU
Kun'yomi
su

state · province

Details

Strokes6
Frequency#386
Radicalriver(3)

Stroke Order

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Strokes6

Cultural Context

Etymology

Shape of sandbar in river. Land.

Symbolism

State, Kyushu, Honshu. Represents region.

Words & Expressions

Proverbs & Idioms

州に入りては州に従え

しゅうにいりてはしゅうにしたがえ

When in a state, follow its customs

Adapt to local practices

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 州 mean in Japanese?

州 means state, province.

How do you read 州?

On'yomi: シュウ、ス (SHUU, SU). Kun'yomi: す (su).

How many strokes does 州 have?

州 has 6 strokes. Its radical is 巛 (river).

Is 州 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 州 (state, province) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.

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