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On'yomi
バン
BAN

nightfall · night

Details

Strokes12
Frequency#1424
Radicalsun(4)
Old Form

Stroke Order

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Strokes12

Component Breakdown

=

sun + 免

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of sun and escape. Sun escaping evening.

Symbolism

Evening, later years, tonight. Represents evening.

Related Culture & Scenes

  • Silence of the night

Words & Expressions

Four-Character Compounds

大器晩成

たいきばんせい

great talents mature late; great talents mature late

晩成の器

ばんせいのき

A vessel of late accomplishment; Great talents mature slowly

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 晩 mean in Japanese?

晩 means nightfall, night.

How do you read 晩?

On'yomi: バン (BAN).

How many strokes does 晩 have?

晩 has 12 strokes. Its radical is 日 (sun).

Is 晩 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 晩 (nightfall, night) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.

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