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菫
On'yomi
キン
KIN
Kun'yomi
すみれ
sumire
the violet
Details
Strokes11
Radical艸grass(6)
Stroke Order
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Strokes11
Cultural Context
Etymology
Combines 'grass' (艹) with 'violet' (堇), referring to small purple flowers blooming in spring—violets.
Symbolism
Symbolizes violets, humility, and loveliness. Represents small flowers blooming modestly and reserved beauty.
Component Breakdown
菫=
艹一口龶
grass + one + mouth + 龶
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 菫 mean in Japanese?
菫 means the violet.
How do you read 菫?
On'yomi: キン (KIN). Kun'yomi: すみれ (sumire).
How many strokes does 菫 have?
菫 has 11 strokes. Its radical is 艸 (grass).
Is 菫 a good kanji for a tattoo?
菫 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means the violet. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.