手

音読おんよみ: シュ

訓読くんよみ:

画数かくすう: 4

部首ぶしゅ: Self

Meaning

Hand / Action / Skill

  • — hand
  • 手首てくび — wrist
  • 手紙てがみ — letter
  • 握手あくしゅ — handshake
  • 手術しゅじゅつ — surgery
  • 相手あいて — companion; partner; opponent
  • 手伝てつだう — to help
  • 上手じょうず — skillful; good at

“手” is a versatile character found in both literal and metaphorical contexts. From holding tools to mastering techniques, this kanji is essential for describing physical acts and manual skills.

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