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On'yomi
ショウ
SHOU

introduce · inherit · help

Details

Strokes11
Frequency#963
Radicalsilk(6)

Stroke Order

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Strokes11

Component Breakdown

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thread + 召

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of thread and summon. Introducing by summoning with thread.

Symbolism

Introduction, letter of introduction, mediation. Represents introducing.

Words & Expressions

Proverbs & Idioms

紹介の労を取る

しょうかいのろうをとる

To take the trouble of introducing

To make the effort to connect people

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 紹 mean in Japanese?

紹 means introduce, inherit, help.

How do you read 紹?

On'yomi: ショウ (SHOU).

How many strokes does 紹 have?

紹 has 11 strokes. Its radical is 糸 (silk).

Is 紹 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 紹 (introduce, inherit, help) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.

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