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Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of sun and king. King shining like sun.
Symbolism
Vigor, prosperity, vitality. Represents abundant energy.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Vigorous appetite
Component Breakdown
旺=
日王
sun + king
Words & Expressions
Words written with 旺
旺盛おうせいavid
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
Other kanji with the same meaning
“vigorous”
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?
旺 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means flourishing, successful, beautiful, vigorous. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.