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伶
On'yomi
レイ・リョウ
REI / RYOU
Kun'yomi
わざおぎ
wazaogi
actor
Details
Strokes7
Radical人person(2)
Stroke Order
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Strokes7
Component Breakdown
伶=
亻令
person + 令
Cultural Context
Etymology
Combines 'person' (亻) with 'beautiful' (令), representing people with beautiful arts—musicians and actors.
Symbolism
Symbolizes performing arts, talent, and cleverness. Represents artistic ability and witty intelligence.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 伶 mean in Japanese?
伶 means actor.
How do you read 伶?
On'yomi: レイ、リョウ (REI, RYOU). Kun'yomi: わざおぎ (wazaogi).
How many strokes does 伶 have?
伶 has 7 strokes. Its radical is 人 (person).
Is 伶 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 伶 (actor) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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