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On'yomi
シン
SHIN

sire · good belt · gentleman

peaceful

Details

Strokes11
Frequency#1790
Radicalsilk(6)

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Strokes11

Component Breakdown

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thread + 申

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of thread and state. Tying thread while stating.

Symbolism

Gentleman, manners, refined. Represents gentleman.

Words & Expressions

Four-Character Compounds

貴顕紳士

きけんしんし

gentlemen of (high) eminence; notables; dignitaries; gentlemen of (high) eminence

紳士淑女

しんししゅくじょ

ladies and gentlemen; ladies and gentlemen

紳士協定

しんしきょうてい

Gentleman's agreement; An unwritten agreement based on mutual trust