Flame in Japanese
"flame" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.
炎
honoo
Its reading, stroke count, etymology and cultural background.
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inflammation, flame, blaze
Reading: en
8 strokes
Where it comes from
Two fires stacked. Blazing fire.
What it carries
Flame, passion, intensity. Represents strong emotions and heat.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for flame?
The most common kanji for "flame" is 炎, read as en. It means inflammation, flame, blaze. Related kanji: .
How many strokes does 炎 have?
炎 has 8 strokes.