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煎
On'yomi
セン
SEN
Kun'yomi
せん.じる・い.る・に.る
senjiru / iru / niru
broil · parch · roast · boil
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Component Breakdown
煎=
前灬
前 + fire
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of before and fire. Roasting with fire.
Symbolism
Green tea, rice cracker, brew. Represents roasting.
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
煎じ詰める
せんじつめる
Boiled down to
In the end, when all is said
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 煎 mean in Japanese?
煎 means broil, parch, roast, boil.
How do you read 煎?
On'yomi: セン (SEN). Kun'yomi: せん.じる、い.る、に.る (senjiru, iru, niru).
How many strokes does 煎 have?
煎 has 13 strokes. Its radical is 火 (fire).
Is 煎 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 煎 (broil, parch, roast, boil) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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