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湾
On'yomi
ワン
WAN
Kun'yomi
いりえ
irie
gulf · bay · inlet
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Cultural Context
Etymology
Combines 'water' (氵) with 'bend' (弯), representing inlets where coastlines curve inward—bays.
Symbolism
Symbolizes bays, inlets, and calm waters. Represents the calm inner sea and harbor functions.
Component Breakdown
湾=
氵弯
water + 弯
Words & Expressions
Words written with 湾
台湾たいわんtaiwan
湾岸わんがんbay coast
メキシコ湾メキシコわんgulf of mexico
Other kanji with the same meaning
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 湾 mean in Japanese?
湾 means gulf, bay, inlet.
How do you read 湾?
On'yomi: ワン (WAN). Kun'yomi: いりえ (irie).
How many strokes does 湾 have?
湾 has 12 strokes. Its radical is 水 (water).
Is 湾 a good kanji for a tattoo?
湾 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means gulf, bay, inlet. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.