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Cultural Context
Etymology
Pictograph of bird's feather.
Symbolism
Feather, flight, light. Represents power to fly.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Bird spreading its wings
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
羽化登仙
うかとうせん
a sense of release (as if one had wings and were riding on air); a sense of release (as if one had wings and were riding on air)
積羽沈舟
せきうちんしゅう
small things in sufficient quantity can have a large influence; a large pile of feathers sinks a ship; small things in sufficient quantity can have a large influence
Proverbs & Idioms
羽を伸ばす
はねをのばす
To spread ones wings
To relax and enjoy freedom
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 羽 mean in Japanese?
羽 means feathers, counter for birds, rabbits.
How do you read 羽?
On'yomi: ウ (U). Kun'yomi: は、わ、はね (ha, wa, hane).
How many strokes does 羽 have?
羽 has 6 strokes. Its radical is 羽 (feather).
Is 羽 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 羽 (feathers, counter for birds, rabbits) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.