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殿

On'yomi
デン・テン
DEN / TEN
Kun'yomi
との・-どの
tono / dono

Mr. · hall · mansion · palace · temple · lord

Details

Strokes13
Frequency#1199
Radicalweapon(4)

Stroke Order

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Strokes13

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of corpse, weapon, and together. Palace dwelling.

Symbolism

Palace, your highness, shrine. Represents palace.

Related Culture & Scenes

  • Visiting a temple

Words & Expressions

Four-Character Compounds

金殿玉楼

きんでんぎょくろう

magnificent palace; magnificent palace

殿様商売

とのさましょうばい

Lordly business; Arrogant commerce that ignores customer needs

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 殿 mean in Japanese?

殿 means Mr., hall, mansion, palace, temple, lord.

How do you read 殿?

On'yomi: デン、テン (DEN, TEN). Kun'yomi: との、-どの (tono, dono).

How many strokes does 殿 have?

殿 has 13 strokes. Its radical is 殳 (weapon).

Is 殿 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 殿 (Mr., hall, mansion, palace, temple, lord) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.

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