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On'yomi
GO
Kun'yomi
あおぎり
aogiri

Chinese parasol tree · phoenix tree

Details

Strokes11
Radicaltree(4)

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Strokes11

Component Breakdown

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tree + 吾

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of tree and I. Tree of Wu.

Symbolism

Paulownia, parasol tree, tall tree. Represents noble tree.

Related Culture & Scenes

  • Under a great tree

Words & Expressions

Proverbs & Idioms

梧桐に鳳凰

あおぎりにほうおう

Phoenix on paulownia

Great people attract other great people

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 梧 mean in Japanese?

梧 means Chinese parasol tree, phoenix tree.

How do you read 梧?

On'yomi: ゴ (GO). Kun'yomi: あおぎり (aogiri).

How many strokes does 梧 have?

梧 has 11 strokes. Its radical is 木 (tree).

Is 梧 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 梧 (Chinese parasol tree, phoenix tree) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.