揺
swing · shake · sway · rock · tremble · vibrate
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Cultural Context
Etymology
Combines 'hand' (扌) with 'sway' (䍃), depicting the motion of shaking something by hand. Indicates unstable, oscillating movement.
Symbolism
Symbolizes agitation, instability, and change. Represents emotional wavering and unsettled states.
Words & Expressions
Anime & Manga
今朝も揺られてます
They Are Still Being Shaken This Morning
A well-known work with 揺 in its Japanese title.
Other kanji with the same meaning
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 揺 mean in Japanese?
揺 means swing, shake, sway, rock, tremble, vibrate.
How do you read 揺?
On'yomi: ヨウ (YOU). Kun'yomi: ゆ.れる、ゆ.る、ゆ.らぐ、ゆ.るぐ、ゆ.する、ゆ.さぶる、ゆ.すぶる、うご.く (yureru, yuru, yuragu, yurugu, yusuru, yusaburu, yusuburu, ugoku).
How many strokes does 揺 have?
揺 has 12 strokes. Its radical is 手 (hand).
Is 揺 a good kanji for a tattoo?
揺 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means swing, shake, sway, rock, tremble, vibrate. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.