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鮮
On'yomi
セン
SEN
Kun'yomi
あざ.やか
azayaka
fresh · vivid · clear · brilliant · Korea
Details
Strokes17
Frequency#355
Radical魚fish(11)
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Strokes17
Component Breakdown
鮮=
魚羊
fish + sheep
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of fish and sheep. Freshness of fish and sheep.
Symbolism
Fresh, vivid, bright. Represents freshness.
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
旗幟鮮明
きしせんめい
making one's attitude (position, stand) clear; unfurling and clearly showing one's banner; making one's attitude (position, stand) clear
鮮血淋漓
せんけつりんり
dripping with fresh blood; dripping with fresh blood
鮮度が命
せんどがいのち
Freshness is everything; Being fresh is the most important thing