士
KanjiJLPT N2
Gentleman
gentleman, scholar, samurai, samurai radical (no. 33)
Mnemonic
Cross with a wider top stroke — the broad-shouldered stance of a gentleman.
Details
The keyword for 士 is gentleman. This kanji refers to a man of learning, virtue, or high social standing, historically denoting a scholar or samurai-class warrior in East Asian societies. It carries connotations of honor, duty, and refined character, and is often used to indicate a person of professional or distinguished status.
- On'yomi
- し
- Kun'yomi
- さむらい