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鶉

On'yomi
ジュン・シュン
JUN / SHUN
Kun'yomi
うずら
uzura

quail

Details

Strokes19
Frequency#2940
Radical鳥bird(11)

Description

Quail - a ground-nesting bird whose call was kept and judged in Edo-period contests.

Stroke Order

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Strokes19

Cultural Context

Etymology

A phonetic element combined with the bird radical, sharing its sound with characters like jun in 淳 and 醇.

Symbolism

A bird that nests on open ground. In the Edo period its call was bred for and judged in competitions, and uzura-goromo, quail clothing, is a word for a garment covered in patches.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 鶉 mean in Japanese?

鶉 means quail. Quail - a ground-nesting bird whose call was kept and judged in Edo-period contests.

How do you read 鶉?

On'yomi: ジュン、シュン (JUN, SHUN). Kun'yomi: うずら (uzura).

How many strokes does 鶉 have?

鶉 has 19 strokes. Its radical is 鳥 (bird).

Is 鶉 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Be careful. 鶉 can carry meanings or readings you may not intend. Check the cultural context on this page before committing to a tattoo.

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