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On'yomi
ラン
RAN
Kun'yomi
てすり
tesuri

column · handrail · blank · space

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Strokes20
Frequency#1523
Radicaltree(4)

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Strokes20

Component Breakdown

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tree + 闌

Cultural Context

Etymology

Combines 'tree' (木) with an abbreviated form of 'fight' (闘), representing railings, fences, and partitions. Also means sectioned spaces like newspaper columns.

Symbolism

Symbolizes division, order, and organization. Represents structures that organize space and information for clarity.