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昌
On'yomi
ショウ
SHOU
Kun'yomi
さかん
sakan
prosperous · bright · clear
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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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