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On'yomi
オウ
OU
Kun'yomi
さかん
sakan

flourishing · successful · beautiful · vigorous

Details

Strokes8
Frequency#2342
Radicalsun(4)

Stroke Order

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Strokes8

Component Breakdown

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sun + king

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of sun and king. King shining like sun.

Symbolism

Vigor, prosperity, vitality. Represents abundant energy.

Related Culture & Scenes

  • Vigorous appetite

Words & Expressions

Proverbs & Idioms

旺盛な食欲

おうせいなしょくよく

A hearty appetite

A vigorous desire to eat

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 旺 mean in Japanese?

旺 means flourishing, successful, beautiful, vigorous.

How do you read 旺?

On'yomi: オウ (OU). Kun'yomi: さかん (sakan).

How many strokes does 旺 have?

旺 has 8 strokes. Its radical is 日 (sun).

Is 旺 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 旺 (flourishing, successful, beautiful, vigorous) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.

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