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湿
On'yomi
シツ・シュウ
SHITSU / SHUU
Kun'yomi
しめ.る・しめ.す・うるお.う・うるお.す
shimeru / shimesu / uruou / uruosu
damp · wet · moist
Details
Strokes12
Frequency#1517
Radical水water(4)
Old Form濕
Stroke Order
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Strokes12
Component Breakdown
湿=
氵显
water + 显
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of water and apparent. Containing moisture.
Symbolism
Humidity, moisture, dampness. Represents containing water.
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
湿った薪は燃えにくい
しめったまきはもえにくい
Wet firewood doesn't burn well
Poor preparation leads to poor results