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挫
On'yomi
ザ・サ
ZA / SA
Kun'yomi
くじ.く・くじ.ける
kujiku / kujikeru
crush · break · sprain · discourage
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes10
Component Breakdown
挫=
扌坐
hand + 坐
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of hand and sit. Breaking with hand.
Symbolism
Setback, discourage, sprain. Represents frustration.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Quietness of a rainy day
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
挫折は成功の母
ざせつはせいこうのはは
Failure is the mother of success
Learning from setbacks leads to achievement
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 挫 mean in Japanese?
挫 means crush, break, sprain, discourage.
How do you read 挫?
On'yomi: ザ、サ (ZA, SA). Kun'yomi: くじ.く、くじ.ける (kujiku, kujikeru).
How many strokes does 挫 have?
挫 has 10 strokes. Its radical is 手 (hand).
Is 挫 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 挫 (crush, break, sprain, discourage) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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