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摂
On'yomi
セツ・ショウ
SETSU / SHOU
Kun'yomi
おさ.める・かね.る・と.る
osameru / kaneru / toru
vicarious · surrogate · act in addition to · take in · absorb
Details
Stroke Order
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Component Breakdown
摂=
扌耳丷八
hand + ear + 丷 + 八
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of hand and whisper. Taking with hand.
Symbolism
Intake, providence, regent. Represents taking in.
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
摂生する
せっせいする
To take care of one's health; To live carefully for good health
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 摂 mean in Japanese?
摂 means vicarious, surrogate, act in addition to, take in, absorb.
How do you read 摂?
On'yomi: セツ、ショウ (SETSU, SHOU). Kun'yomi: おさ.める、かね.る、と.る (osameru, kaneru, toru).
How many strokes does 摂 have?
摂 has 13 strokes. Its radical is 手 (hand).
Is 摂 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 摂 (vicarious, surrogate, act in addition to, take in, absorb) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.