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殊
On'yomi
シュ
SHU
Kun'yomi
こと
koto
particularly · especially · exceptionally
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes10
Component Breakdown
殊=
歹朱
歹 + 朱
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of death and red. Especially dying.
Symbolism
Special, especially, particular. Represents being special.
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
殊勝な心掛け
しゅしょうなこころがけ
A praiseworthy attitude
An admirably conscientious approach
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 殊 mean in Japanese?
殊 means particularly, especially, exceptionally.
How do you read 殊?
On'yomi: シュ (SHU). Kun'yomi: こと (koto).
How many strokes does 殊 have?
殊 has 10 strokes. Its radical is 歹 (death).
Is 殊 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 殊 (particularly, especially, exceptionally) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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