麟

Etymology

Combines 'deer' (鹿) with 'beautiful' (粦), referring to the legendary sacred beast, the qilin (kirin).

Symbolism

Symbolizes qilin, auspiciousness, and sacred beings. As an auspicious beast appearing in peaceful times, represents prosperity.

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What does 麟 mean in Japanese?

麟 means Chinese unicorn, genius, giraffe, bright, shining.

How do you read 麟?

On'yomi: リン (RIN).

How many strokes does 麟 have?

麟 has 24 strokes. Its radical is 鹿 (deer).

Is 麟 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 麟 (Chinese unicorn, genius, giraffe, bright, shining) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.