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On'yomi
KI
Kun'yomi
うれ.しい・たの.しむ
ureshii / tanoshimu

glad · pleased · rejoice

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Strokes15
Frequency#2274
Radicalwoman(3)
Old Form

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Strokes15

Component Breakdown

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woman + 喜

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of woman and joy. Woman rejoicing.

Symbolism

Happy, delight, enjoyable. Represents heartfelt joy.

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Words & Expressions

Proverbs & Idioms

嬉しいときには泣き、悲しいときには笑え

うれしいときにはなき、かなしいときにはわらえ

Cry when happy, laugh when sad

It is important to express emotions honestly