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Component Breakdown
洋=
氵羊
water + sheep
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of water and sheep. Vast ocean.
Symbolism
Western style, ocean, the West. Represents foreign and vastness.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Looking out at the ocean
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
和魂洋才
わこんようさい
Japanese spirit with Western learning; Japanese spirit with Western learning
和洋折衷
わようせっちゅう
blending of Japanese and Western styles; blending of Japanese and Western styles
前途洋々
ぜんとようよう
with a rosy future; offering promising prospects; with a rosy future
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 洋 mean in Japanese?
洋 means ocean, sea, foreign, Western style.
How do you read 洋?
On'yomi: ヨウ (YOU).
How many strokes does 洋 have?
洋 has 9 strokes. Its radical is 水 (water).
Is 洋 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 洋 (ocean, sea, foreign, Western style) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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