Japanese Dictionary

Meaning of 緇素(しそ) in Japanese

緇素
Kana Reading
しそ
Romaji
shiso
Word Senses
  • Parts of speech
    noun (common) (futsuumeishi)
    Meaning
    old term for Buddhist priesthood and the common people (since they used to wear black and white clothing respectively)


Kanji in this word

JLPT 1

10 strokes

elementary, principle, naked, uncovered

On'Yomi: ソ, ス

Kun'Yomi: もと

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14 strokes

black clothing, priest

On'Yomi: シ

Kun'Yomi: くろ

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