容
contain · form · looks
Details
Stroke Order
Component Breakdown
roof + 谷
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.
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
容姿端麗
ようしたんれい
attractive face and figure; 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; (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; scenic beauty of mountains and streams
従容自若
しょうようじじゃく
having presence of mind; imperturbable; calm and self-possessed; having presence of mind
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?
Yes. 容 (contain, form, looks) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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