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蘭
On'yomi
ラン・ラ
RAN / RA
orchid · Holland
beautiful
Details
Strokes19
Frequency#1886
Radical艸grass(6)
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Strokes19
Component Breakdown
蘭=
艹闌
grass + 闌
Cultural Context
Etymology
Combines 'grass' (艹) with an abbreviated form related to elegance, referring to the fragrant, refined orchid flower. Prized as a noble plant.
Symbolism
Symbolizes elegance, nobility, and grace. As one of the Four Gentlemen (plum, bamboo, chrysanthemum, orchid), represents virtues of the noble person.
Seasonal
"Spring orchid" is early spring, "autumn orchid" autumn seasonal words. Revered as one of Four Gentlemen for elegant fragrance and form.