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Cultural Context
Etymology
Combines 'heart' (忄) with 'bright' (令), representing a clever heart with understanding.
Symbolism
Symbolizes cleverness, wisdom, and delicate understanding. Represents a refined mind harmonizing intellect and sensitivity.
Component Breakdown
怜=
忄令
heart + 令
Other kanji with the same meaning
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 怜 mean in Japanese?
怜 means wise.
How do you read 怜?
On'yomi: レイ、レン、リョウ (REI, REN, RYOU). Kun'yomi: あわ.れむ、さと.い (awaremu, satoi).
How many strokes does 怜 have?
怜 has 8 strokes. Its radical is 心 (heart).
Is 怜 a good kanji for a tattoo?
怜 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means wise. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.
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