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梨

On'yomi
リ
RI
Kun'yomi
なし
nashi

pear tree

Details

Strokes11
Frequency#1331
Radical木tree(4)

Stroke Order

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Strokes11

Cultural Context

Etymology

Combines 'tree' (木) with 'sharp' (利), referring to the pear tree. With abundant juice, it's beloved as an autumn delicacy.

Symbolism

Symbolizes autumn harvest, juiciness, and separation. Because '梨' sounds like '離' (separation), it also symbolizes parting.

Related Culture & Scenes

  • — Under a great tree

Component Breakdown

梨=
利木

利 + tree

Anime & Manga

さよなら絵梨

Goodbye, Eri

Manga

A well-known work with 梨 in its Japanese title.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 梨 mean in Japanese?

梨 means pear tree.

How do you read 梨?

On'yomi: リ (RI). Kun'yomi: なし (nashi).

How many strokes does 梨 have?

梨 has 11 strokes. Its radical is 木 (tree).

Is 梨 a good kanji for a tattoo?

梨 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means pear tree. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.