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Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of grain and hide. Grain growing calmly.
Symbolism
Calm, peaceful, stable. Represents tranquility of mind.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Peaceful days
Words & Expressions
Words written with 穏
Four-Character Compounds
平穏無事
へいおんぶじ
peaceful; quiet; uneventful
安穏無事
あんのんぶじ
peace and quiet; safe and peaceful; tranquil and uneventful
無事平穏
ぶじへいおん
peace and quiet; safe and peaceful; tranquil and uneventful
Proverbs & Idioms
穏便に済ます
おんびんにすます
To settle amicably
To resolve without causing trouble
Anime & Manga
平穏世代の韋駄天達
The Idaten Deities Know Only Peace
A well-known work with 穏 in its Japanese title.
Related Figures & Stories
藤原穏子
Name contains 穏
Fujiwara no Onshi was an empress consort of Japan.
WikipediaOther kanji with the same meaning
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 穏 mean in Japanese?
穏 means calm, quiet, moderation.
How do you read 穏?
On'yomi: オン (ON). Kun'yomi: おだ.やか (odayaka).
How many strokes does 穏 have?
穏 has 16 strokes. Its radical is 禾 (grain).
Is 穏 a good kanji for a tattoo?
穏 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means calm, quiet, moderation. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.