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恩
On'yomi
オン
ON
grace · kindness · goodness · favor · mercy · blessing · benefit
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes10
Component Breakdown
恩=
因心
因 + heart
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of cause and heart. Gratitude with cause in heart.
Symbolism
Favor, gratitude, obligation. Represents gratitude for received kindness.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Gratitude to mentor
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
恩を仇で返す
おんをあだでかえす
To return kindness with ingratitude
Repaying favor with harm
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 恩 mean in Japanese?
恩 means grace, kindness, goodness, favor, mercy, blessing, benefit.
How do you read 恩?
On'yomi: オン (ON).
How many strokes does 恩 have?
恩 has 10 strokes. Its radical is 心 (heart).
Is 恩 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 恩 (grace, kindness, goodness, favor, mercy, blessing, benefit) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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