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欣
On'yomi
キン・ゴン・コン
KIN / GON / KON
Kun'yomi
よろこ.ぶ・よろこ.び
yorokobu / yorokobi
take pleasure in · rejoice
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes8
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of axe and lack. Rejoicing with open mouth.
Symbolism
Delight, joy, enjoy. Represents joy.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Ice crystals
Component Breakdown
欣=
斤欠
axe + yawn
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
欣喜雀躍
きんきじゃくやく
jump up for joy
欣求浄土
ごんぐじょうど
seeking rebirth in the Pure Land
Related Figures & Stories
欣子内親王
Name contains 欣
Princess Yoshiko was the empress consort of Emperor Kōkaku of Japan.
WikipediaOther kanji with the same meaning
“take pleasure in”
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 欣 mean in Japanese?
欣 means take pleasure in, rejoice.
How do you read 欣?
On'yomi: キン、ゴン、コン (KIN, GON, KON). Kun'yomi: よろこ.ぶ、よろこ.び (yorokobu, yorokobi).
How many strokes does 欣 have?
欣 has 8 strokes. Its radical is 欠 (lack).
Is 欣 a good kanji for a tattoo?
欣 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means take pleasure in, rejoice. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.
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