Japanese Dictionary

Meaning of (しゃく) in Japanese

Kana Reading
しゃく, さく
Romaji
shaku, saku
Word Senses
  • Parts of speech
    noun (common) (futsuumeishi)
    Meaning
    jue (ancient 3-legged Chinese wine pitcher, usu. made of bronze)
  • Parts of speech
    Meaning
    peerage (hereditary title bestowed by the emperor)


Kanji in this word

JLPT 1

17 strokes

baron, peerage, court rank

On'Yomi: シャク

Kun'Yomi:

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