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杏
On'yomi
キョウ・アン・コウ
KYOU / AN / KOU
Kun'yomi
あんず
anzu
apricot
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Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of tree and mouth. Tree bearing sweet fruit.
Symbolism
Apricot, spring, sweetness. Symbol of spring arrival and romance.
Component Breakdown
杏=
木口
tree + mouth
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
杏林の徒
きょうりんのと
A student of medicine; One who practices or studies medicine
Anime & Manga
ＣＬＡＮＮＡＤ ~After Story~ もうひとつの世界 杏編
Clannad: Another World, Kyou Chapter
A well-known work with 杏 in its Japanese title.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 杏 mean in Japanese?
杏 means apricot.
How do you read 杏?
On'yomi: キョウ、アン、コウ (KYOU, AN, KOU). Kun'yomi: あんず (anzu).
How many strokes does 杏 have?
杏 has 7 strokes. Its radical is 木 (tree).
Is 杏 a good kanji for a tattoo?
杏 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means apricot. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.