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On'yomi
ショク・シキ
SHOKU / SHIKI
Kun'yomi
お.る・お.り・おり・-おり・-お.り
oru / ori / ori / ori / ori

weave · fabric

Details

Strokes18
Frequency#608
Radicalsilk(6)

Stroke Order

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Strokes18

Component Breakdown

=

thread + 戠

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of thread and phonetic. Weaving with thread.

Symbolism

Textile, organization, weave. Represents weaving.

Words & Expressions

Four-Character Compounds

錦を織る

にしきをおる

To weave brocade; To create beautiful fabric or return home in glory

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 織 mean in Japanese?

織 means weave, fabric.

How do you read 織?

On'yomi: ショク、シキ (SHOKU, SHIKI). Kun'yomi: お.る、お.り、おり、-おり、-お.り (oru, ori, ori, ori, ori).

How many strokes does 織 have?

織 has 18 strokes. Its radical is 糸 (silk).

Is 織 a good kanji for a tattoo?

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