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On'yomi
リン・カン
RIN / KAN
Kun'yomi
いと
ito

thread · silk cloth

Details

Strokes14
Radicalsilk(6)

Stroke Order

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Strokes14

Component Breakdown

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thread + 侖

Cultural Context

Etymology

Combines 'thread' (糸) with 'order' (侖), representing orderly spun thread and imperial edicts.

Symbolism

Symbolizes imperial words, order, and thread. Represents words issued by emperors and orderly thread sequences.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does 綸 mean in Japanese?

綸 means thread, silk cloth.

How do you read 綸?

On'yomi: リン、カン (RIN, KAN). Kun'yomi: いと (ito).

How many strokes does 綸 have?

綸 has 14 strokes. Its radical is 糸 (silk).

Is 綸 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 綸 (thread, silk cloth) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.

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