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On'yomi
ショウ
SHOU
Kun'yomi
わた.る
wataru

ford · go cross · transit · ferry · import · involve

Details

Strokes11
Frequency#499
Radicalwater(4)

Stroke Order

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Strokes11

Component Breakdown

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water + 歩

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of water and walk. Walking through water.

Symbolism

Negotiation, cross, interfere. Represents crossing.

Related Culture & Scenes

  • Sitting and waiting

Words & Expressions

Four-Character Compounds

内政干渉

ないせいかんしょう

interference in the domestic affairs of another country; interference in the domestic affairs of another country

交渉決裂

こうしょうけつれつ

Negotiation breakdown; When talks fail to reach agreement

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 渉 mean in Japanese?

渉 means ford, go cross, transit, ferry, import, involve.

How do you read 渉?

On'yomi: ショウ (SHOU). Kun'yomi: わた.る (wataru).

How many strokes does 渉 have?

渉 has 11 strokes. Its radical is 水 (water).

Is 渉 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 渉 (ford, go cross, transit, ferry, import, involve) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.

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