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摩
On'yomi
マ
MA
Kun'yomi
ま.する・さす.る・す.る
masuru / sasuru / suru
chafe · rub · polish · grind · scrape
Details
Strokes15
Frequency#1252
Radical手hand(4)
Stroke Order
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Strokes15
Component Breakdown
摩=
麻手
hemp + hand
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of hemp and hand. Rubbing hemp with hand.
Symbolism
Friction, polish, rub. Represents rubbing.
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
揣摩臆測
しまおくそく
conjectures and surmises; speculation; giving one's imagination full play without any ground; conjectures and surmises