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Component Breakdown
遷=
辶䙲巳
walk + 䙲 + 巳
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of advance and phonetic. Advancing to move.
Symbolism
Transition, change, move. Represents moving.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Sitting and waiting
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
孟母三遷
もうぼさんせん
the importance of creating an environment conducive to a child's learning; Mencius' mother, three moves; the importance of creating an environment conducive to a child's learning
Proverbs & Idioms
変遷を辿る
へんせんをたどる
To trace changes
To follow the history of transitions
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 遷 mean in Japanese?
遷 means transition, move, change.
How do you read 遷?
On'yomi: セン (SEN). Kun'yomi: うつ.る、うつ.す、みやこがえ (utsuru, utsusu, miyakogae).
How many strokes does 遷 have?
遷 has 15 strokes. Its radical is 辶 (walk).
Is 遷 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 遷 (transition, move, change) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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