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了
On'yomi
リョウ
RYOU
complete · finish
Details
Stroke Order
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Cultural Context
Etymology
Derives from a child's form with arms lowered, representing things ending or completing. Indicates simple conclusion.
Symbolism
Symbolizes completion, conclusion, and understanding. Represents things settling and clear comprehension.
Component Breakdown
了=
乛亅
乛 + 亅
Words & Expressions
Words written with 了
了解りょうかいroger
魅了みりょうenthrall
満了まんりょうexpiration
了承りょうしょうacknowledgement
終了後しゅうりょうごafter the end
Anime & Manga
英雄？我早就不当了
The Return of the Superhero
A well-known work with 了 in its Japanese title.
闭嘴恶龙我不想再跟你带孩子了
Shut up, Evil Dragon, I Don't Want to Raise A Child with You Anymore
A well-known work with 了 in its Japanese title.
Related Figures & Stories
Other kanji with the same meaning
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 了 mean in Japanese?
了 means complete, finish.
How do you read 了?
On'yomi: リョウ (RYOU).
How many strokes does 了 have?
了 has 2 strokes. Its radical is 亅 (hook).
Is 了 a good kanji for a tattoo?
了 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means complete, finish. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.