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On'yomi
SHI
Kun'yomi
いと
ito

thread

Details

Strokes6
Frequency#1488
Radicalsilk(6)
Old Form

Stroke Order

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Strokes6

Component Breakdown

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幺 + small

Cultural Context

Etymology

Shape of silkworm thread. Thread.

Symbolism

Thread, yarn, clue. Represents thread.

Related Culture & Scenes

  • Reading a book

Words & Expressions

Four-Character Compounds

糸を引く

いとをひく

To pull strings; To manipulate from behind the scenes

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 糸 mean in Japanese?

糸 means thread.

How do you read 糸?

On'yomi: シ (SHI). Kun'yomi: いと (ito).

How many strokes does 糸 have?

糸 has 6 strokes. Its radical is 糸 (silk).

Is 糸 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 糸 (thread) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.

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