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浴
On'yomi
ヨク
YOKU
Kun'yomi
あ.びる・あ.びせる
abiru / abiseru
bathe · be favored with · bask in
Details
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Cultural Context
Etymology
Combines 'water' (氵) with 'valley/space' (谷), depicting immersing the body in water—bathing. Means cleansing and healing.
Symbolism
Symbolizes purity, refreshment, and healing of body and mind. Includes spiritual purification in Japanese bathing culture.
Component Breakdown
浴=
氵谷
water + 谷
Words & Expressions
Words written with 浴
浴衣ゆかたyukata
入浴にゅうよくbathing
浴槽よくそうbathtub
浴室よくしつbathroom
浴場よくじょうbathhouse
浴びるあびるbathe in
Four-Character Compounds
斎戒沐浴
さいかいもくよく
purification; washing
櫛風浴雨
しっぷうよくう
struggling through wind and rain; undergoing hardships
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 浴 mean in Japanese?
浴 means bathe, be favored with, bask in.
How do you read 浴?
On'yomi: ヨク (YOKU). Kun'yomi: あ.びる、あ.びせる (abiru, abiseru).
How many strokes does 浴 have?
浴 has 10 strokes. Its radical is 水 (water).
Is 浴 a good kanji for a tattoo?
浴 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means bathe, be favored with, bask in. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.