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On'yomi
ショウ・ソウ
SHOU / SOU
Kun'yomi
はや.い
hayai

victory · fast

Details

Strokes11
Radicalhand(4)

Stroke Order

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Strokes11

Component Breakdown

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hand + 疌

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of hand and phonetic. Catching quickly with hand.

Symbolism

Quick, agile, victory. Represents swiftness.

Related Culture & Scenes

  • Competing for speed

Words & Expressions

Proverbs & Idioms

捷径を行く

しょうけいをゆく

To take a shortcut

To choose the quick and easy path

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 捷 mean in Japanese?

捷 means victory, fast.

How do you read 捷?

On'yomi: ショウ、ソウ (SHOU, SOU). Kun'yomi: はや.い (hayai).

How many strokes does 捷 have?

捷 has 11 strokes. Its radical is 手 (hand).

Is 捷 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 捷 (victory, fast) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.

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