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燿
On'yomi
ヨウ
YOU
Kun'yomi
かがや.く・ひかり
kagayaku / hikari
shine
Details
Strokes18
Radical火fire(4)
Stroke Order
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Strokes18
Cultural Context
Etymology
Combines 'fire' (火) with 'brilliant' (翟), representing fire shining intensely.
Symbolism
Symbolizes radiance, glory, and illumination. Represents dazzling light and power to brighten surroundings.
Component Breakdown
燿=
火翟
fire + 翟
Other kanji with the same meaning
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 燿 mean in Japanese?
燿 means shine.
How do you read 燿?
On'yomi: ヨウ (YOU). Kun'yomi: かがや.く、ひかり (kagayaku, hikari).
How many strokes does 燿 have?
燿 has 18 strokes. Its radical is 火 (fire).
Is 燿 a good kanji for a tattoo?
燿 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means shine. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.
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