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Component Breakdown
詩=
言寺
speech + 寺
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of words and temple. Words of temple.
Symbolism
Poetry, poet, anthology. Represents poetry.
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
桂冠詩人
けいかんしじん
poet laureate; poet laureate
詩歌管弦
しいかかんげん
Chinese and Japanese poetry and instrumental music; poetry and music; literature and music; Chinese and Japanese poetry and instrumental music
Proverbs & Idioms
詩は心の叫び
しはこころのさけび
Poetry is the cry of the soul
Verse expresses inner feelings
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 詩 mean in Japanese?
詩 means poem, poetry.
How do you read 詩?
On'yomi: シ (SHI). Kun'yomi: うた (uta).
How many strokes does 詩 have?
詩 has 13 strokes. Its radical is 言 (speech).
Is 詩 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 詩 (poem, poetry) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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