廉
bargain · reason · charge · suspicion · point · account · purity · honest · low price · cheap · rested · contented · peaceful
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Cultural Context
Etymology
Combines 'building' (广) with 'combine' (兼), representing purity and righteousness like building corners.
Symbolism
Symbolizes integrity, honesty, and low cost. Represents a pure righteous heart and modest simplicity.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Ice crystals
Component Breakdown
cliff + 兼
Words & Expressions
Words written with 廉
Four-Character Compounds
清廉潔白
せいれんけっぱく
spotless integrity; absolute honesty; uprightness
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does 廉 mean in Japanese?
廉 means bargain, reason, charge, suspicion, point, account, purity, honest, low price, cheap, rested, contented, peaceful.
How do you read 廉?
On'yomi: レン (REN).
How many strokes does 廉 have?
廉 has 13 strokes. Its radical is 广 (dotted cliff).
Is 廉 a good kanji for a tattoo?
廉 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means bargain, reason, charge, suspicion, point, account, purity, honest, low price, cheap, rested, contented, peaceful. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.
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