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Component Breakdown
潮=
氵朝
water + 朝
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of water and morning. Water of morning.
Symbolism
Current, ebb tide, high tide. Represents tide.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Flow of water
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
潮時を見る
しおどきをみる
Watch for the right tide
Wait for the optimal moment to act
Poetry
和歌（百人一首） (Waka (Hyakunin Isshu))
わが袖は 潮干に見えぬ 沖の石の 人こそ知らね 乾くまもなし
Poem #92 from Hyakunin Isshu
二条院讃岐Nijōin no Sanuki
12th centuryFrequently Asked Questions
What does 潮 mean in Japanese?
潮 means tide, salt water, opportunity.
How do you read 潮?
On'yomi: チョウ (CHOU). Kun'yomi: しお、うしお (shio, ushio).
How many strokes does 潮 have?
潮 has 15 strokes. Its radical is 水 (water).
Is 潮 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 潮 (tide, salt water, opportunity) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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