余
too much · myself · surplus · other · remainder
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Cultural Context
Etymology
Derives from water dripping from building eaves, representing portions extending beyond the main body. Means 'surplus' or 'other.'
Symbolism
Symbolizes surplus, margin, and abundance beyond necessity. Represents extra blessings within prosperity.
Component Breakdown
亼 + 朩
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
余韻嫋々
よいんじょうじょう
(sound) lingering in the air; trailing notes (of a bell, etc.)
余裕綽々
よゆうしゃくしゃく
calm and collected; with composure; having enough and to spare
紆余曲折
うよきょくせつ
turns and twists; ups and downs; meandering
読書三余
どくしょさんよ
winter, night, and rainy weather; the ideal conditions for reading
Anime & Manga
超人高校生たちは異世界でも余裕で生き抜くようです!
High School Prodigies Have It Easy Even In Another World
A well-known work with 余 in its Japanese title.
劣等眼の転生魔術師 ～虐げられた元勇者は未来の世界を余裕で生き抜く～
Rettougan no Tensei Majutsushi: Shiitagerareta Moto Yuusha wa Mirai no Sekai wo Yoyuu de Ikinuku
A well-known work with 余 in its Japanese title.
Other kanji with the same meaning
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 余 mean in Japanese?
余 means too much, myself, surplus, other, remainder.
How do you read 余?
On'yomi: ヨ (YO). Kun'yomi: あま.る、あま.り、あま.す、あんま.り (amaru, amari, amasu, anmari).
How many strokes does 余 have?
余 has 7 strokes. Its radical is 人 (person).
Is 余 a good kanji for a tattoo?
余 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means too much, myself, surplus, other, remainder. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.