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綾
On'yomi
リン
RIN
Kun'yomi
あや
aya
design · figured cloth · twill
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes14
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of thread and climb. Complex pattern woven with thread.
Symbolism
Twill weave, complex, delicate. Represents traditional Japanese weaving.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Weaving cloth
Component Breakdown
綾=
糹夌
thread + 夌
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
綾錦を織り成す
あやにしきをおりなす
To weave a beautiful brocade
To create something intricate and beautiful
Related Figures & Stories
綾川五郎次
Name contains 綾
Ayagawa Gorōji was a Japanese sumo wrestler, who is formally recognised as the second yokozuna.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does 綾 mean in Japanese?
綾 means design, figured cloth, twill.
How do you read 綾?
On'yomi: リン (RIN). Kun'yomi: あや (aya).
How many strokes does 綾 have?
綾 has 14 strokes. Its radical is 糸 (silk).
Is 綾 a good kanji for a tattoo?
綾 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means design, figured cloth, twill. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.
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