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欄
On'yomi
ラン
RAN
Kun'yomi
てすり
tesuri
column · handrail · blank · space
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes20
Cultural Context
Etymology
Combines 'tree' (木) with an abbreviated form of 'fight' (闘), representing railings, fences, and partitions. Also means sectioned spaces like newspaper columns.
Symbolism
Symbolizes division, order, and organization. Represents structures that organize space and information for clarity.
Component Breakdown
欄=
木闌
tree + 闌
Words & Expressions
Words written with 欄
欄外らんがいmargin
欄干らんかんparapet
本欄ほんらんthis column
空欄くうらんblank space
Other kanji with the same meaning
“column”
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 欄 mean in Japanese?
欄 means column, handrail, blank, space.
How do you read 欄?
On'yomi: ラン (RAN). Kun'yomi: てすり (tesuri).
How many strokes does 欄 have?
欄 has 20 strokes. Its radical is 木 (tree).
Is 欄 a good kanji for a tattoo?
欄 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means column, handrail, blank, space. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.