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昇
On'yomi
ショウ
SHOU
Kun'yomi
のぼ.る
noboru
rise up
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes8
Component Breakdown
昇=
日升
sun + 升
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of sun and rise. Sun rising.
Symbolism
Rise, promotion, ascend. Represents rising.
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
旭日昇天
きょくじつしょうてん
full of vigor and vitality (like the rising sun); in the ascendant; full of vigor and vitality (like the rising sun)
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 昇 mean in Japanese?
昇 means rise up.
How do you read 昇?
On'yomi: ショウ (SHOU). Kun'yomi: のぼ.る (noboru).
How many strokes does 昇 have?
昇 has 8 strokes. Its radical is 日 (sun).
Is 昇 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 昇 (rise up) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.