Details
Stroke Order
Component Breakdown
stand + 早
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of sound and ten. Decorating sound fully.
Symbolism
Sentence, chapter, seal. Represents section.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Sitting and waiting
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
周章狼狽
しゅうしょうろうばい
consternation; falling into a panic; fluster; consternation
断章取義
だんしょうしゅぎ
interpreting (and using) a passage without regard to its context; interpreting (and using) a passage without regard to its context
魯魚章草
ろぎょしょうそう
miswriting a word; using the wrong kanji to write a word; miswriting a word
Proverbs & Idioms
勲章を授かる
くんしょうをさずかる
To receive a medal
To be given a mark of honor for achievements
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 章 mean in Japanese?
章 means badge, chapter, composition, poem, design.
How do you read 章?
On'yomi: ショウ (SHOU).
How many strokes does 章 have?
章 has 11 strokes. Its radical is 立 (stand).
Is 章 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 章 (badge, chapter, composition, poem, design) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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