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瑶

On'yomi
ヨウ
YOU
Kun'yomi
たま
tama

beautiful as a jewel

Details

Strokes13
Radical玉jade(5)

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Cultural Context

Etymology

Combines 'jade' (王) with '䍃,' representing beautifully shining gems. Jewels adorning celestial realms.

Symbolism

Symbolizes beautiful gems, celestial realms, and nobility. Represents jewels adorning utopia and pure beauty.

Related Culture & Scenes

  • — Beautiful scenery

Component Breakdown

瑶=
王䍃

king + 䍃

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 瑶 mean in Japanese?

瑶 means beautiful as a jewel.

How do you read 瑶?

On'yomi: ヨウ (YOU). Kun'yomi: たま (tama).

How many strokes does 瑶 have?

瑶 has 13 strokes. Its radical is 玉 (jade).

Is 瑶 a good kanji for a tattoo?

瑶 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means beautiful as a jewel. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.