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On'yomi
ノウ
NOU
Kun'yomi
こ.い
koi

concentrated · thick · dark · undiluted

Details

Strokes16
Frequency#1200
Radicalwater(4)
Old Form

Stroke Order

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Strokes16

Component Breakdown

=

water + 農

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of water and agriculture. Agricultural water.

Symbolism

Thick, dense, concentration. Represents thickness.

Related Culture & Scenes

  • Illuminating the darkness

Words & Expressions

Proverbs & Idioms

濃い味は飽きる

こいあじはあきる

Rich flavors tire quickly

Intensity cannot be sustained

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 濃 mean in Japanese?

濃 means concentrated, thick, dark, undiluted.

How do you read 濃?

On'yomi: ノウ (NOU). Kun'yomi: こ.い (koi).

How many strokes does 濃 have?

濃 has 16 strokes. Its radical is 水 (water).

Is 濃 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 濃 (concentrated, thick, dark, undiluted) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.

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