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澄
On'yomi
チョウ
CHOU
Kun'yomi
す.む・す.ます・-す.ます
sumu / sumasu / sumasu
lucidity · be clear · clear · clarify · settle · strain · look grave
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes15
Component Breakdown
澄=
氵登
water + 登
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of water and climb. Water becoming clear.
Symbolism
Clear, limpid, transparent. Represents clearness.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Quietness of a rainy day
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
澄んだ瞳
すんだひとみ
Clear eyes; Pure and unclouded eyes
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 澄 mean in Japanese?
澄 means lucidity, be clear, clear, clarify, settle, strain, look grave.
How do you read 澄?
On'yomi: チョウ (CHOU). Kun'yomi: す.む、す.ます、-す.ます (sumu, sumasu, sumasu).
How many strokes does 澄 have?
澄 has 15 strokes. Its radical is 水 (water).
Is 澄 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 澄 (lucidity, be clear, clear, clarify, settle, strain, look grave) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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