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Cultural Context
Etymology
Combines 'hill' (阝) with 'rise' (夌), representing large mounds, especially imperial tombs (misasagi).
Symbolism
Symbolizes tombs, noble burial sites, and history. Represents imperial dignity and achievements remembered eternally.
Component Breakdown
陵=
阝夌
hill + 夌
Words & Expressions
Words written with 陵
丘陵きゅうりょうhillock
Four-Character Compounds
武陵桃源
ぶりょうとうげん
earthly paradise; Shangri-la
Other kanji with the same meaning
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 陵 mean in Japanese?
陵 means mausoleum, imperial tomb, mound, hill.
How do you read 陵?
On'yomi: リョウ (RYOU). Kun'yomi: みささぎ (misasagi).
How many strokes does 陵 have?
陵 has 11 strokes. Its radical is 阜 (mound).
Is 陵 a good kanji for a tattoo?
陵 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means mausoleum, imperial tomb, mound, hill. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.