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On'yomi
ヨウ
YOU

lotus

Details

Strokes13
Radicalgrass(6)

Stroke Order

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Strokes13

Component Breakdown

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grass + 容

Cultural Context

Etymology

Combines 'grass' (艹) with 'appearance' (容), referring to plants with beautiful flowers, especially lotus. '芙蓉' is an elegant name for lotus.

Symbolism

Symbolizes beauty, purity, and noble flowers. Like lotus, represents pristine beauty blooming from muddy waters.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 蓉 mean in Japanese?

蓉 means lotus.

How do you read 蓉?

On'yomi: ヨウ (YOU).

How many strokes does 蓉 have?

蓉 has 13 strokes. Its radical is 艸 (grass).

Is 蓉 a good kanji for a tattoo?

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

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