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伶
On'yomi
レイ・リョウ
REI / RYOU
Kun'yomi
わざおぎ
wazaogi
actor
Details
Strokes7
Radical人person(2)
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Strokes7
Cultural Context
Etymology
Combines 'person' (亻) with 'beautiful' (令), representing people with beautiful arts—musicians and actors.
Symbolism
Symbolizes performing arts, talent, and cleverness. Represents artistic ability and witty intelligence.
Component Breakdown
伶=
亻令
person + 令
Other kanji with the same meaning
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 伶 mean in Japanese?
伶 means actor.
How do you read 伶?
On'yomi: レイ、リョウ (REI, RYOU). Kun'yomi: わざおぎ (wazaogi).
How many strokes does 伶 have?
伶 has 7 strokes. Its radical is 人 (person).
Is 伶 a good kanji for a tattoo?
伶 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means actor. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.
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