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寮
On'yomi
リョウ
RYOU
dormitory · hostel · villa · tea pavillion
Details
Stroke Order
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Cultural Context
Etymology
Combines 'roof' (宀) with 'fire place' (尞), representing a building where many people live together—a dormitory.
Symbolism
Symbolizes communal living, student days, and bonds with companions. Represents the youth of young people living under the same roof.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Village life
Component Breakdown
寮=
宀尞
roof + 尞
Words & Expressions
Words written with 寮
寮生りょうせいboarder
Anime & Manga
女神寮の寮母くん。
Mother of the Goddess’ Dormitory
A well-known work with 寮 in its Japanese title.
Other kanji with the same meaning
“villa”
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 寮 mean in Japanese?
寮 means dormitory, hostel, villa, tea pavillion.
How do you read 寮?
On'yomi: リョウ (RYOU).
How many strokes does 寮 have?
寮 has 15 strokes. Its radical is 宀 (roof).
Is 寮 a good kanji for a tattoo?
寮 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means dormitory, hostel, villa, tea pavillion. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.