練
practice · gloss · train · drill · polish · refine
Details
Stroke Order
Component Breakdown
thread + 柬
Cultural Context
Etymology
Combines 'thread' (糸) with 'select' (柬), representing refining raw silk. Developed to mean training.
Symbolism
Symbolizes practice, refinement, and mastery. Represents the process of honing skills through repetition.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Ice crystals
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
手練手管
てれんてくだ
wiles; art of coaxing; wiles
未練未酌
みれんみしゃく
regret and sympathy; having lingering attachment and sympathy toward someone; regret and sympathy
Proverbs & Idioms
練習は裏切らない
れんしゅうはうらぎらない
Practice never betrays you
Hard work always pays off
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 練 mean in Japanese?
練 means practice, gloss, train, drill, polish, refine.
How do you read 練?
On'yomi: レン (REN). Kun'yomi: ね.る、ね.り (neru, neri).
How many strokes does 練 have?
練 has 14 strokes. Its radical is 糸 (silk).
Is 練 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 練 (practice, gloss, train, drill, polish, refine) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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