僚

Etymology

Combines 'person' (亻) with 'fire' (尞), representing companions gathered around the same fire—colleagues.

Symbolism

Symbolizes colleagues, work companions, and cooperative relationships. Represents bonds among people working toward the same goal.

What does 僚 mean in Japanese?

僚 means colleague, official, companion.

How do you read 僚?

On'yomi: リョウ (RYOU).

How many strokes does 僚 have?

僚 has 14 strokes. Its radical is 人 (person).

Is 僚 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 僚 (colleague, official, companion) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.