Word details
しゃち
Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word しゃち.
Dictionary
Entry
1
Word usually written using kana alone
orca (Orcinus orca); killer whale; grampus
2
Abbreviation
shachi; mythical carp with the head of a tiger and the body of a fish, considered auspicious protectors of well-being
3
Abbreviation
roof ornament in the shape of a shachi (believed to provide protection against fire by causing rain to fall)
Character notes
Kanji in this Word
鯱
fabulous dolphin-like fish, killer whale, (kokuji)
19 strokes
Kun
しゃちほこしゃち
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