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On'yomi
ショウ
SHOU
Kun'yomi
さかん
sakan

prosperous · bright · clear

Details

Strokes8
Frequency#1372
Radicalsun(4)

Stroke Order

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Strokes8

Cultural Context

Etymology

Shape of two suns stacked. Sun shining prosperously.

Symbolism

Prosperity, flourishing, thrive. Represents prosperity.

Related Culture & Scenes

  • Bright future

Words & Expressions

Proverbs & Idioms

昌盛を極める

しょうせいをきわめる

To reach the height of prosperity

To attain the peak of flourishing

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 昌 mean in Japanese?

昌 means prosperous, bright, clear.

How do you read 昌?

On'yomi: ショウ (SHOU). Kun'yomi: さかん (sakan).

How many strokes does 昌 have?

昌 has 8 strokes. Its radical is 日 (sun).

Is 昌 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 昌 (prosperous, bright, clear) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.

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