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緋
On'yomi
ヒ
HI
Kun'yomi
あけ・あか
ake / aka
scarlet · cardinal
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes14
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of thread and not. Not thread.
Symbolism
Scarlet, crimson, red. Represents scarlet.
Component Breakdown
緋=
糹非
thread + 非
Anime & Manga
緋弾のアリア
Aria the Scarlet Ammo
A well-known work with 緋 in its Japanese title.
劇場版 HUNTER×HUNTER 緋色の幻影（ファントム・ルージュ）
Hunter x Hunter: Phantom Rouge
A well-known work with 緋 in its Japanese title.
NARUTO外伝 七代目火影と緋色の花つ月
Naruto: The Seventh Hokage and the Scarlet Spring
A well-known work with 緋 in its Japanese title.
Other kanji with the same meaning
“scarlet”
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 緋 mean in Japanese?
緋 means scarlet, cardinal.
How do you read 緋?
On'yomi: ヒ (HI). Kun'yomi: あけ、あか (ake, aka).
How many strokes does 緋 have?
緋 has 14 strokes. Its radical is 糸 (silk).
Is 緋 a good kanji for a tattoo?
緋 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means scarlet, cardinal. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.
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