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莞
On'yomi
カン
KAN
Kun'yomi
い
i
smiling · reed used to cover tatami
Details
Strokes10
Radical艸grass(6)
Stroke Order
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Strokes10
Component Breakdown
莞=
艹完
grass + 完
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of grass and complete. Complete grass.
Symbolism
Smile, tatami material, smile. Represents quiet smile.
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
莞爾として笑う
かんじとしてわらう
To smile gently
To smile with a warm and pleasant expression
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 莞 mean in Japanese?
莞 means smiling, reed used to cover tatami.
How do you read 莞?
On'yomi: カン (KAN). Kun'yomi: い (i).
How many strokes does 莞 have?
莞 has 10 strokes. Its radical is 艸 (grass).
Is 莞 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 莞 (smiling, reed used to cover tatami) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.