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On'yomi
ソウ
SOU
Kun'yomi
おさ.める・す.べる
osameru / suberu

rule · synthesize

Details

Strokes14
Frequency#2194
Radicalsilk(6)

Stroke Order

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Strokes14

Component Breakdown

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thread + 宗

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of thread and ancestor. Combining thread with ancestor.

Symbolism

Synthesis, summary, put together. Represents synthesis.

Related Culture & Scenes

  • Following rules

Words & Expressions

Proverbs & Idioms

綜合的に判断する

そうごうてきにはんだんする

To judge comprehensively

To decide by considering everything

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 綜 mean in Japanese?

綜 means rule, synthesize.

How do you read 綜?

On'yomi: ソウ (SOU). Kun'yomi: おさ.める、す.べる (osameru, suberu).

How many strokes does 綜 have?

綜 has 14 strokes. Its radical is 糸 (silk).

Is 綜 a good kanji for a tattoo?

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

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