Japanese Kanji

juu

rub · massage · shampoo

Extended kanji · 12 strokes

Readings

  • ONジュウjuu
  • KUNも.むmo
  • KUNも.めるmo

Meaning

Rub, massage, shampoo, debate vigorously, train, coach, worry, get in trouble.

Stroke order for 揉

揉 is a Extended kanji — used in Japanese personal names and specialised writing. With 12 strokes, it appears in classical literature, place names, and formal documents.

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