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楼
On'yomi
ロウ
ROU
Kun'yomi
たかどの
takadono
watchtower · lookout · high building
Details
Stroke Order
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Strokes13
Component Breakdown
楼=
木娄
tree + 娄
Cultural Context
Etymology
Combines 'tree' (木) with 'hollow' (婁), representing tall wooden buildings—towers.
Symbolism
Symbolizes towers, high-rise buildings, and elegance. Represents historic tall structures and views from above.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Building a structure
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
空中楼閣
くうちゅうろうかく
castle in the air; castle in the air
金殿玉楼
きんでんぎょくろう
magnificent palace; magnificent palace
大廈高楼
たいかこうろう
large building and lofty tower; splendid (magnificent, palatial) structure; large building and lofty tower
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 楼 mean in Japanese?
楼 means watchtower, lookout, high building.
How do you read 楼?
On'yomi: ロウ (ROU). Kun'yomi: たかどの (takadono).
How many strokes does 楼 have?
楼 has 13 strokes. Its radical is 木 (tree).
Is 楼 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 楼 (watchtower, lookout, high building) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.