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On'yomi
エイ
EI
Kun'yomi
するど.い
surudoi

pointed · sharpness · edge · weapon · sharp · violent

Details

Strokes15
Frequency#1395
Radicalgold(8)

Stroke Order

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Strokes15

Component Breakdown

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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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