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Component Breakdown
淑=
氵叔
water + 叔
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of water and uncle. Pure like water.
Symbolism
Lady, chaste, elegance. Represents refinement.
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
紳士淑女
しんししゅくじょ
ladies and gentlemen; ladies and gentlemen
Proverbs & Idioms
淑女は三度惚れる
しゅくじょはさんどほれる
A lady falls in love three times
A refined woman chooses her partner carefully
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 淑 mean in Japanese?
淑 means graceful, gentle, pure.
How do you read 淑?
On'yomi: シュク (SHUKU). Kun'yomi: しと.やか (shitoyaka).
How many strokes does 淑 have?
淑 has 11 strokes. Its radical is 水 (water).
Is 淑 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 淑 (graceful, gentle, pure) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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