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On'yomi
ヨウ
YOU
Kun'yomi
かがや.く・ひかり
kagayaku / hikari

shine

Details

Strokes18
Radicalfire(4)

Stroke Order

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Strokes18

Component Breakdown

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fire + 翟

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.

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?

Yes. 燿 (shine) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.

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