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遼

On'yomi
リョウ
RYOU

distant

Details

Strokes15
Frequency#2050
Radical辶walk(3)

Stroke Order

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Strokes15

Cultural Context

Etymology

Combines 'movement' (辶) with 'distant' (尞), representing vast land stretching far into the distance.

Symbolism

Symbolizes vastness, distance, and grandeur. Represents endlessly spreading land and grand scale.

Component Breakdown

遼=
辶尞

walk + 尞

Words & Expressions

Four-Character Compounds

前途遼遠

ぜんとりょうえん

having a long way to go; having a long road ahead of one; being a long way off

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 遼 mean in Japanese?

遼 means distant.

How do you read 遼?

On'yomi: リョウ (RYOU).

How many strokes does 遼 have?

遼 has 15 strokes. Its radical is 辶 (walk).

Is 遼 a good kanji for a tattoo?

遼 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means distant. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.

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