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綻

On'yomi
タン
TAN
Kun'yomi
ほころ.びる
hokorobiru

be rent · ripped · unravel · run · begin to open · smile

Details

Strokes14
Radical糸silk(6)

Stroke Order

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Strokes14

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of thread and decide. Thread coming apart.

Symbolism

Failure, come apart, tear. Represents coming apart.

Related Culture & Scenes

  • — Running through

Component Breakdown

綻=
糹定

thread + 定

Words & Expressions

Words written with 綻

破綻はたんbreak-up
綻びるほころびるbe torn

Proverbs & Idioms

綻びを見せる

ほころびをみせる

To show cracks

To reveal hidden flaws

Anime & Manga

百瀬アキラの初恋破綻中。

Akira Failing in Love

Manga

A well-known work with 綻 in its Japanese title.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 綻 mean in Japanese?

綻 means be rent, ripped, unravel, run, begin to open, smile.

How do you read 綻?

On'yomi: タン (TAN). Kun'yomi: ほころ.びる (hokorobiru).

How many strokes does 綻 have?

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

Is 綻 a good kanji for a tattoo?

綻 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means be rent, ripped, unravel, run, begin to open, smile. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.

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