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Component Breakdown
鋭=
金兑
metal + 兑
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of metal and exchange. Sharp metal blade.
Symbolism
Sharp, keen, acute. Represents sharpness.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Sharp gaze
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
少壮気鋭
しょうそうきえい
young and energetic; up-and-coming; young and energetic
新進気鋭
しんしんきえい
young and energetic; up-and-coming; young and energetic
少数精鋭
しょうすうせいえい
elect (select) few; elect (select) few
鋭い眼光
するどいがんこう
A piercing gaze; Eyes that see through everything
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 鋭 mean in Japanese?
鋭 means pointed, sharpness, edge, weapon, sharp, violent.
How do you read 鋭?
On'yomi: エイ (EI). Kun'yomi: するど.い (surudoi).
How many strokes does 鋭 have?
鋭 has 15 strokes. Its radical is 金 (gold).
Is 鋭 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 鋭 (pointed, sharpness, edge, weapon, sharp, violent) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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