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宛
On'yomi
エン
EN
Kun'yomi
あ.てる・-あて・-づつ・あたか.も
ateru / ate / zutsu / atakamo
address · just like · fortunately
Details
Strokes8
Radical宀roof(3)
Stroke Order
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Strokes8
Component Breakdown
宛=
宀夗
roof + 夗
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of roof and bend. Curved house, as if.
Symbolism
Address, as if, just like. Represents destination and simile.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Writing letter address
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
宛先不明
あてさきふめい
Address unknown; When the destination cannot be found
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 宛 mean in Japanese?
宛 means address, just like, fortunately.
How do you read 宛?
On'yomi: エン (EN). Kun'yomi: あ.てる、-あて、-づつ、あたか.も (ateru, ate, zutsu, atakamo).
How many strokes does 宛 have?
宛 has 8 strokes. Its radical is 宀 (roof).
Is 宛 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 宛 (address, just like, fortunately) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.