陽
sunshine · yang principle · positive · male · heaven · daytime
Details
Stroke Order
Component Breakdown
hill + 昜
Cultural Context
Etymology
Combines 'hill' (阝) with 'rising sun' (昜), representing the sunny southern side of mountains. Means sun, brightness, and positivity.
Symbolism
Symbolizes sun, masculinity, and active energy. Represents the bright, dynamic principle in yin-yang philosophy.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Sunlight
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
一陽来復
いちようらいふく
return of spring; long-awaited, favorable turn of fortune (favourable); return of spring
陽動作戦
ようどうさくせん
diversionary tactics; diversionary tactics
陰陽五行
いんようごぎょう
the cosmic dual forces (yin and yang) and the five elements (metal, wood, water, fire and earth) in Chinese cosmology; the cosmic dual forces (yin and yang) and the five elements (metal, wood, water, fire and earth) in Chinese cosmology
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 陽 mean in Japanese?
陽 means sunshine, yang principle, positive, male, heaven, daytime.
How do you read 陽?
On'yomi: ヨウ (YOU). Kun'yomi: ひ (hi).
How many strokes does 陽 have?
陽 has 12 strokes. Its radical is 阜 (mound).
Is 陽 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 陽 (sunshine, yang principle, positive, male, heaven, daytime) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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