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廊

On'yomi
ロウ
ROU

corridor · hall · tower

Details

Strokes12
Frequency#1598
Radical广dotted cliff(3)
Old Form廊

Stroke Order

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Strokes12

Cultural Context

Etymology

Combines 'building' (广) with 'bright' (郎), representing bright passageways in buildings—corridors.

Symbolism

Symbolizes corridors, passages, and connecting spaces. Represents places linking rooms and enabling movement.

Component Breakdown

廊=
广郎

cliff + 郎

Words & Expressions

Words written with 廊

廊下ろうかhallway
回廊かいろうcorridor
画廊がろうpicture gallery

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 廊 mean in Japanese?

廊 means corridor, hall, tower.

How do you read 廊?

On'yomi: ロウ (ROU).

How many strokes does 廊 have?

廊 has 12 strokes. Its radical is 广 (dotted cliff).

Is 廊 a good kanji for a tattoo?

廊 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means corridor, hall, tower. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.

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