Lapis in Japanese
"lapis" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.
瑠
ru
3 Japanese kanji carry the meaning "lapis". The most common choice is shown first.
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lapis lazuli
Reading: ru
14 strokes
Where it comes from
Combines 'jade' (王) with 'remain' (留), referring to the blue gemstone lapis lazuli. One of Buddhism's Seven Treasures.
What it carries
Symbolizes lapis lazuli, deep blue, and Pure Land radiance. Revered in Buddhism as a gem adorning paradise.
Related kanji for "lapis"
lapis lazuli(also: glassy)
ri
Combines 'jade' (王) with 'separate/shine' (離), referring to lapis lazuli, a blue gemstone. One of the Seven Treasures in Buddhism.
lapis lazuli(also: precious stone, gem)
ryuu · beautiful, nature
Combines 'jade' (王) with 'flow' (流), referring to flowing beautiful gems or Ryukyu. Carries the radiance of southern islands.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for lapis?
The most common kanji for "lapis" is 瑠, read as ru. It means lapis lazuli. Related kanji: 璃 (lapis lazuli), 琉 (lapis lazuli).
How many strokes does 瑠 have?
瑠 has 14 strokes.