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旋
On'yomi
セン
SEN
Kun'yomi
め.ぐる・いばり
meguru / ibari
rotation · go around
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Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of direction and phonetic. Spinning in direction.
Symbolism
Rotation, melody, spin. Represents spinning.
Words & Expressions
Words written with 旋
Four-Character Compounds
凱旋将軍
がいせんしょうぐん
A triumphant general; A general returning victorious
Anime & Manga
空の境界 矛盾螺旋
the Garden of sinners Chapter 5: Paradox Paradigm
A well-known work with 旋 in its Japanese title.
Other kanji with the same meaning
“go around”
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 旋 mean in Japanese?
旋 means rotation, go around.
How do you read 旋?
On'yomi: セン (SEN). Kun'yomi: め.ぐる、いばり (meguru, ibari).
How many strokes does 旋 have?
旋 has 11 strokes. Its radical is 方 (square).
Is 旋 a good kanji for a tattoo?
旋 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means rotation, go around. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.
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