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溶
On'yomi
ヨウ
YOU
Kun'yomi
と.ける・と.かす・と.く
tokeru / tokasu / toku
melt · dissolve · thaw
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Strokes13
Cultural Context
Etymology
Combines 'water' (氵) with 'contain' (容), depicting solids dissolving into liquid. Indicates substances mixing with water.
Symbolism
Symbolizes dissolution, fusion, and disappearance of boundaries. Represents the process of hard things softening and becoming one.
Component Breakdown
溶=
氵容
water + 容
Words & Expressions
Words written with 溶
Anime & Manga
溶解教室
Dissolving Classroom
A well-known work with 溶 in its Japanese title.
Other kanji with the same meaning
“dissolve”
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 溶 mean in Japanese?
溶 means melt, dissolve, thaw.
How do you read 溶?
On'yomi: ヨウ (YOU). Kun'yomi: と.ける、と.かす、と.く (tokeru, tokasu, toku).
How many strokes does 溶 have?
溶 has 13 strokes. Its radical is 水 (water).
Is 溶 a good kanji for a tattoo?
溶 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means melt, dissolve, thaw. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.