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艶

On'yomi
エン
EN
Kun'yomi
つや・なま.めかしい・あで.やか・つや.めく・なま.めく
tsuya / namamekashii / adeyaka / tsuyameku / namameku

glossy · luster · glaze · polish · charm · colorful · captivating

Details

Strokes19
Frequency#2207
Radical色color(6)
Old Form艷

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Strokes19

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of abundant and color. Rich color and luster.

Symbolism

Glossy, allure, beauty. Represents attractive radiance.

Related Culture & Scenes

  • — Glossy kimono

Component Breakdown

艶=
豊色

豊 + 色

Words & Expressions

Words written with 艶

艶々つやつやslick

Proverbs & Idioms

艶やかな色気

あでやかないろけ

Alluring charm

Beautiful and attractive appeal

Related Figures & Stories

歌川芳艶

Utagawa Yoshitsuya1822–1866

Name contains 艶

Utagawa Yoshitsuya , also known as Kōko Yoshitsuya and as Ichieisai Yoshitsuya , was a Japanese designer of ukiyo-e woodblock prints.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does 艶 mean in Japanese?

艶 means glossy, luster, glaze, polish, charm, colorful, captivating.

How do you read 艶?

On'yomi: エン (EN). Kun'yomi: つや、なま.めかしい、あで.やか、つや.めく、なま.めく (tsuya, namamekashii, adeyaka, tsuyameku, namameku).

How many strokes does 艶 have?

艶 has 19 strokes. Its radical is 色 (color).

Is 艶 a good kanji for a tattoo?

艶 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means glossy, luster, glaze, polish, charm, colorful, captivating. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.

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