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On'yomi
コウ
KOU
Kun'yomi
さつき
satsuki

swamp · shore · fifth month

Details

Strokes11
Frequency#2240
Radicalwhite(5)

Stroke Order

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Strokes11

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of white and big. White month.

Symbolism

Fifth month, May, waterside. Represents May.

Words & Expressions

Four-Character Compounds

皐月晴れ

さつきばれ

Clear May weather; The pleasant sunny days of May

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 皐 mean in Japanese?

皐 means swamp, shore, fifth month.

How do you read 皐?

On'yomi: コウ (KOU). Kun'yomi: さつき (satsuki).

How many strokes does 皐 have?

皐 has 11 strokes. Its radical is 白 (white).

Is 皐 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 皐 (swamp, shore, fifth month) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.

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