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染
On'yomi
セン
SEN
Kun'yomi
そ.める・そ.まる・し.みる・し.み
someru / somaru / shimiru / shimi
dye · color · paint · stain · print
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Component Breakdown
染=
氿木
氿 + tree
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of water, nine, and tree. Dyeing tree nine times.
Symbolism
Dyeing, infection, dye. Represents dyeing.
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
朱に交われば赤くなる
しゅにまじわればあかくなる
Those who mix with red become red
You are influenced by the company you keep
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 染 mean in Japanese?
染 means dye, color, paint, stain, print.
How do you read 染?
On'yomi: セン (SEN). Kun'yomi: そ.める、そ.まる、し.みる、し.み (someru, somaru, shimiru, shimi).
How many strokes does 染 have?
染 has 9 strokes. Its radical is 木 (tree).
Is 染 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 染 (dye, color, paint, stain, print) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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