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Component Breakdown
罪=
罒非
net + 非
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of net and wrong. Wrong caught in net.
Symbolism
Crime, sin, guilty. Represents crime.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Singing a song
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
無罪放免
むざいほうめん
acquittal; acquittal
Proverbs & Idioms
罪を憎んで人を憎まず
つみをにくんでひとをにくまず
Hate the sin, not the sinner
Condemn the deed, not the person
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 罪 mean in Japanese?
罪 means guilt, sin, crime, fault, blame, offense.
How do you read 罪?
On'yomi: ザイ (ZAI). Kun'yomi: つみ (tsumi).
How many strokes does 罪 have?
罪 has 13 strokes. Its radical is 网 (net).
Is 罪 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 罪 (guilt, sin, crime, fault, blame, offense) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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