昭
しょう
shou
JLPT N19 strokesKanjiLevel 98 - JLPT N1
Quick answer
昭 is the kanji for "Bright / Shining". A common reading is しょう (shou). You can practice writing it on this page.
Meaning
Bright / Shining
Also : Bright · Shining
Readings
onしょう/ shou
kun = Japanese reading · on = Chinese reading
Practice writing
Trace the kanji stroke by stroke with a visual guide.
Example Sentences
昭和時代の文化は今も色褪せない。
しょうわじだいのぶんかはいまもいろあせない。
The culture of the Showa era remains vibrant.
昭和の映画は独特の魅力がある。
しょうわのえいがはどくとくのみりょくがある。
Showa movies have a unique charm.
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