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On'yomi
セイ
SEI

made in... · manufacture

Details

Strokes14
Frequency#488
Radicalclothes(6)

Stroke Order

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Strokes14

Component Breakdown

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制 + clothes

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of clothing and control. Controlling clothing.

Symbolism

Manufacturing, product, production. Represents making.

Related Culture & Scenes

  • Experiencing made in...

Words & Expressions

Four-Character Compounds

粗製乱造

そせいらんぞう

mass production of inferior goods; mass production of inferior goods

手製の味

てせいのあじ

The taste of homemade; The warm flavor unique to handmade items

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 製 mean in Japanese?

製 means made in..., manufacture.

How do you read 製?

On'yomi: セイ (SEI).

How many strokes does 製 have?

製 has 14 strokes. Its radical is 衣 (clothes).

Is 製 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 製 (made in..., manufacture) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.