揚
raise · elevate · hoist · praise · extol · fry in deep fat
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Cultural Context
Etymology
Combines 'hand' (扌) with 'rise' (昜), depicting the action of raising something high by hand. Indicates elevation in praise (称揚) and hoisting (掲揚).
Symbolism
Symbolizes rising, praise, and exaltation. Represents upward movement both physically and spiritually.
Component Breakdown
hand + 昜
Words & Expressions
Words written with 揚
Four-Character Compounds
意気揚々
いきようよう
triumphant; exultant; in high and proud spirits
国威発揚
こくいはつよう
enhancing national prestige; expanding national influence
士気高揚
しきこうよう
raising morale; lifting of morale
Anime & Manga
旗揚！けものみち
Kemono Michi: Rise Up
A well-known work with 揚 in its Japanese title.
Related Figures & Stories
榎本武揚
Name contains 揚
Viscount Enomoto Takeaki was a Japanese samurai and admiral of the Tokugawa navy of Bakumatsu period Japan, who remained faithful to the Tokugawa…
WikipediaOther kanji with the same meaning
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 揚 mean in Japanese?
揚 means raise, elevate, hoist, praise, extol, fry in deep fat.
How do you read 揚?
On'yomi: ヨウ (YOU). Kun'yomi: あ.げる、-あ.げ、あ.がる (ageru, age, agaru).
How many strokes does 揚 have?
揚 has 12 strokes. Its radical is 手 (hand).
Is 揚 a good kanji for a tattoo?
揚 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means raise, elevate, hoist, praise, extol, fry in deep fat. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.