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絢
On'yomi
ケン
KEN
brilliant fabric design
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes12
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of thread and ten days. Beautiful pattern made with thread.
Symbolism
Gorgeous, magnificent, beautiful textile. Represents luxurious beauty.
Component Breakdown
絢=
糹旬
thread + 旬
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
豪華絢爛
ごうかけんらん
luxurious and gorgeous; magnificent
絢爛豪華
けんらんごうか
luxurious and gorgeous; splendid; dazzling
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 絢 mean in Japanese?
絢 means brilliant fabric design.
How do you read 絢?
On'yomi: ケン (KEN).
How many strokes does 絢 have?
絢 has 12 strokes. Its radical is 糸 (silk).
Is 絢 a good kanji for a tattoo?
絢 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means brilliant fabric design. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.