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On'yomi
ユウ・ヨウ・ユ
YUU / YOU / YU
Kun'yomi
わ.く
waku

boil · ferment · seethe · uproar · breed

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Strokes12
Frequency#2070
Radicalwater(4)

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Strokes12

Component Breakdown

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water + 勇

Cultural Context

Etymology

Combines 'water' (氵) with 'courage/vigor' (勇), depicting water surging forth powerfully from the earth. Describes the emergence of springs and hot springs.

Symbolism

Symbolizes the source of vitality, creative outpouring, and emotional upsurge. Represents inner energy manifesting outward.

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