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洸

On'yomi
コウ
KOU

sparkling water

Details

Strokes9
Frequency#2430
Radical水water(4)

Stroke Order

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Strokes9

Cultural Context

Etymology

Combines 'water' (氵) with 'light' (光), representing the sparkle of light reflecting on water.

Symbolism

Symbolizes water's sparkle, purity, and transparency. Represents the beauty of water surfaces glittering in light.

Related Culture & Scenes

  • — Flow of water

Component Breakdown

洸=
氵光

water + 光

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 洸 mean in Japanese?

洸 means sparkling water.

How do you read 洸?

On'yomi: コウ (KOU).

How many strokes does 洸 have?

洸 has 9 strokes. Its radical is 水 (water).

Is 洸 a good kanji for a tattoo?

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