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旋
On'yomi
セン
SEN
Kun'yomi
め.ぐる・いばり
meguru / ibari
rotation · go around
Details
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Strokes11
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of direction and phonetic. Spinning in direction.
Symbolism
Rotation, melody, spin. Represents spinning.
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
凱旋将軍
がいせんしょうぐん
A triumphant general; A general returning victorious
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 旋 mean in Japanese?
旋 means rotation, go around.
How do you read 旋?
On'yomi: セン (SEN). Kun'yomi: め.ぐる、いばり (meguru, ibari).
How many strokes does 旋 have?
旋 has 11 strokes. Its radical is 方 (square).
Is 旋 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 旋 (rotation, go around) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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