朗
melodious · clear · bright · serene · cheerful
Details
Stroke Order
Component Breakdown
丶 + moon
Cultural Context
Etymology
Combines 'moon' (月) with 'good' (良), representing brightness and clarity like moonlight.
Symbolism
Symbolizes cheerfulness, liveliness, and clear heart. Represents unclouded brightness and refreshing personality.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Bright future
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
音吐朗朗
おんとろうろう
in a clear voice; in a clear voice
明朗闊達
めいろうかったつ
upbeat and freehearted; cheerful and magnanimous; upbeat and freehearted
明朗快活
めいろうかいかつ
cheerful and openhearted; cheerful and openhearted
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 朗 mean in Japanese?
朗 means melodious, clear, bright, serene, cheerful.
How do you read 朗?
On'yomi: ロウ (ROU). Kun'yomi: ほが.らか、あき.らか (hogaraka, akiraka).
How many strokes does 朗 have?
朗 has 10 strokes. Its radical is 月 (moon).
Is 朗 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 朗 (melodious, clear, bright, serene, cheerful) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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