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On'yomi
ショウ
SHOU

reef · sunken rock

nature

Details

Strokes17
Frequency#1977
Radicalstone(5)

Stroke Order

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Strokes17

Component Breakdown

=

stone + 焦

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of stone and scorch. Rock like scorched stone.

Symbolism

Coral reef, reef, hidden rock. Represents sea rock.

Related Culture & Scenes

  • Sunlight

Words & Expressions

Proverbs & Idioms

暗礁に乗り上げる

あんしょうにのりあげる

To run aground on a reef

To hit an obstacle and become stuck