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On'yomi
ゼン・セン
ZEN / SEN
Kun'yomi
かしわ・すす.める・そな.える
kashiwa / susumeru / sonaeru

small low table · tray

Details

Strokes16
Frequency#2120
Radicalmeat(6)

Stroke Order

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Strokes16

Component Breakdown

=

moon + 善

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of flesh and good. Good flesh tray.

Symbolism

Tray, meal tray, serving. Represents tray.

Related Culture & Scenes

  • Small joy

Words & Expressions

Proverbs & Idioms

棚からぼた餅

たなからぼたもち

A windfall

Good fortune falling into one's lap

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 膳 mean in Japanese?

膳 means small low table, tray.

How do you read 膳?

On'yomi: ゼン、セン (ZEN, SEN). Kun'yomi: かしわ、すす.める、そな.える (kashiwa, susumeru, sonaeru).

How many strokes does 膳 have?

膳 has 16 strokes. Its radical is 肉 (meat).

Is 膳 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 膳 (small low table, tray) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.

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