What does the kanji 縮 mean?

The kanji 縮 (chijimu) means "shrink, contract, shrivel, wrinkle, reduce". It is a JLPT N2 character.

What kanji is "chijimu"?

"chijimu" is written with the kanji 縮, meaning "shrink, contract, shrivel, wrinkle, reduce". Its readings are onyomi (Chinese-derived) しゅく (shuku), kunyomi (native Japanese) ちぢむ (chijimu), ちぢまる (chijimaru). It is a JLPT N2 character.

How do you write the kanji 縮?

Write 縮 ("shrink") by following the correct stroke order. Use the interactive, step-by-step stroke order animation on this page to practise each stroke in sequence and build muscle memory.