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肢
On'yomi
シ
SHI
limb · arms & legs
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes8
Component Breakdown
肢=
月支
moon + 支
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of flesh and support. Body's support.
Symbolism
Limbs, body, extremities. Represents limbs.
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
四肢五体
ししごたい
the whole body; the whole body
Proverbs & Idioms
四肢健全なれば百事を為す
ししけんぜんなればひゃくじをなす
With sound limbs, one can do anything
Good health enables all accomplishments
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 肢 mean in Japanese?
肢 means limb, arms & legs.
How do you read 肢?
On'yomi: シ (SHI).
How many strokes does 肢 have?
肢 has 8 strokes. Its radical is 肉 (meat).
Is 肢 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 肢 (limb, arms & legs) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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