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On'yomi
シュク・スク
SHUKU / SUKU
Kun'yomi
つつし.む
tsutsushimu

solemn · quietly · softly

Details

Strokes11
Frequency#1549
Radicalbrush(6)

Stroke Order

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Strokes11

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of brush and phonetic. Holding brush solemnly.

Symbolism

Purge, solemn, quiet. Represents solemnity.

Words & Expressions

Four-Character Compounds

綱紀粛正

こうきしゅくせい

enforcement of official discipline; tightening of discipline; eliminating corruption among government officials; enforcement of official discipline

Proverbs & Idioms

粛々と進める

しゅくしゅくとすすめる

To proceed solemnly

To advance quietly and with dignity

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 粛 mean in Japanese?

粛 means solemn, quietly, softly.

How do you read 粛?

On'yomi: シュク、スク (SHUKU, SUKU). Kun'yomi: つつし.む (tsutsushimu).

How many strokes does 粛 have?

粛 has 11 strokes. Its radical is 聿 (brush).

Is 粛 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 粛 (solemn, quietly, softly) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.

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