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On'yomi
リョウ
RYOU
Kun'yomi
あきらか
akiraka

clear

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Strokes17
Radicaleye(5)

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Strokes17

Component Breakdown

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eye + 尞

Cultural Context

Etymology

Combines 'eye' (目) with 'bright' (尞), representing what can be seen clearly by the eye—clarity.

Symbolism

Symbolizes clarity, definiteness, and understanding. Represents clear recognition and expression without ambiguity.

Words & Expressions

Four-Character Compounds

一目瞭然

いちもくりょうぜん

obvious; (as) clear as day; plain to see; obvious

簡単明瞭

かんたんめいりょう

simple and clear; simple and clear

簡潔明瞭

かんけつめいりょう

clear and concise; clear and concise

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 瞭 mean in Japanese?

瞭 means clear.

How do you read 瞭?

On'yomi: リョウ (RYOU). Kun'yomi: あきらか (akiraka).

How many strokes does 瞭 have?

瞭 has 17 strokes. Its radical is 目 (eye).

Is 瞭 a good kanji for a tattoo?

Yes. 瞭 (clear) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.

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