容
contain · form · looks
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Cultural Context
Etymology
Combines 'roof' (宀) with 'valley/space' (谷), depicting spaciousness inside a house. Represents capacity, appearance, and form.
Symbolism
Symbolizes appearance, tolerance, and acceptance. Represents outer beauty and the capacity to embrace others.
Component Breakdown
roof + 谷
Words & Expressions
Words written with 容
Four-Character Compounds
容姿端麗
ようしたんれい
attractive face and figure
容貌魁偉
ようぼうかいい
(a man) having a commanding face and a powerful physique
山容水態
さんようすいたい
scenic beauty of mountains and streams; fresh and clear beauty of nature's splendor
従容自若
しょうようじじゃく
having presence of mind; imperturbable; calm and self-possessed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does 容 mean in Japanese?
容 means contain, form, looks.
How do you read 容?
On'yomi: ヨウ (YOU). Kun'yomi: い.れる (ireru).
How many strokes does 容 have?
容 has 10 strokes. Its radical is 宀 (roof).
Is 容 a good kanji for a tattoo?
容 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means contain, form, looks. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.