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需
On'yomi
ジュ
JU
demand · request · need
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes14
Component Breakdown
需=
雨而
rain + 而
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of rain and beard. Waiting for rain and needing.
Symbolism
Demand, necessity, need. Represents needing.
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
需要と供給
じゅようときょうきゅう
Supply and demand
The balance between want and availability
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 需 mean in Japanese?
需 means demand, request, need.
How do you read 需?
On'yomi: ジュ (JU).
How many strokes does 需 have?
需 has 14 strokes. Its radical is 雨 (rain).
Is 需 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 需 (demand, request, need) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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