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On'yomi
SHI
Kun'yomi
あぶら
abura

fat · grease · tallow · lard · rosin · gum · tar

dark

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Strokes10
Frequency#1548
Radicalmeat(6)

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Strokes10

Component Breakdown

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moon + 旨

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of flesh and purport. Body's richness.

Symbolism

Fat, sebum, oil. Represents fat.

Related Culture & Scenes

  • Water flowing to low ground

Words & Expressions

Four-Character Compounds

脂が乗る

あぶらがのる

To be in one's prime; Reaching peak performance