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Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of fish and divine. Sacred fish used for divination.
Symbolism
Clear stream, summer, Japanese river fish. Represents pure rivers and summer.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Flow of water
Component Breakdown
鮎=
魚占
fish + 占
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
鮎の友釣り
あゆのともづり
Friend fishing for sweetfish
Using territorial instincts to catch fish
Related Figures & Stories
鮎川義介
Name contains 鮎
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WikipediaFrequently Asked Questions
What does 鮎 mean in Japanese?
鮎 means freshwater trout, smelt.
How do you read 鮎?
On'yomi: デン、ネン (DEN, NEN). Kun'yomi: あゆ、なまず (ayu, namazu).
How many strokes does 鮎 have?
鮎 has 16 strokes. Its radical is 魚 (fish).
Is 鮎 a good kanji for a tattoo?
鮎 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means freshwater trout, smelt. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.