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濫
On'yomi
ラン
RAN
Kun'yomi
みだ.りに・みだ.りがましい
midarini / midarigamashii
excessive · overflow · spread out
Details
Strokes18
Radical水water(4)
Stroke Order
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Strokes18
Cultural Context
Etymology
Combines 'water' (氵) with 'watch' (監), depicting water overflowing beyond control. Means excess and lack of restraint.
Symbolism
Symbolizes excess, abuse, and lack of moderation. Represents actions beyond measure and the harm they cause.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Water flowing to low ground
Component Breakdown
濫=
氵監
water + 監
Words & Expressions
Words written with 濫
氾濫はんらんplethora
Other kanji with the same meaning
“excessive”
“overflow”
“spread out”
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 濫 mean in Japanese?
濫 means excessive, overflow, spread out.
How do you read 濫?
On'yomi: ラン (RAN). Kun'yomi: みだ.りに、みだ.りがましい (midarini, midarigamashii).
How many strokes does 濫 have?
濫 has 18 strokes. Its radical is 水 (water).
Is 濫 a good kanji for a tattoo?
濫 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means excessive, overflow, spread out. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.
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