短
short · brevity · fault · defect · weak point
Details
Stroke Order
Component Breakdown
left-right: 矢 + 豆
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of arrow and bean. Arrow short like a bean.
Symbolism
Short, weakness, short-term. Represents lack of length.
Related Culture & Scenes
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Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
一長一短
いっちょういったん
(something having its) merits and demerits; advantages and disadvantages; good points and shortcomings; (something having its) merits and demerits
軽薄短小
けいはくたんしょう
small, light and thin (of consumer products, esp. electronics); small, light and thin (of consumer products, esp. electronics)
短慮軽率
たんりょけいそつ
impulsive and imprudent; rash and unthinking; impulsive and imprudent
採長補短
さいちょうほたん
compensating for one's shortcomings by incorporating others' strong points; compensating for one's shortcomings by incorporating others' strong points
Proverbs & Idioms
短気は損気
たんきはそんき
A quick temper means quick loss
Impatience leads to regret
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 短 mean in Japanese?
短 means short, brevity, fault, defect, weak point.
How do you read 短?
On'yomi: タン (TAN). Kun'yomi: みじか.い (mijikai).
How many strokes does 短 have?
短 has 12 strokes. Its radical is 矢 (arrow).
Is 短 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 短 (short, brevity, fault, defect, weak point) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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