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遊
On'yomi
ユウ・ユ
YUU / YU
Kun'yomi
あそ.ぶ・あそ.ばす
asobu / asobasu
play
Details
Strokes12
Frequency#941
Radical辶walk(3)
Stroke Order
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Strokes12
Component Breakdown
遊=
辶斿
walk + 斿
Cultural Context
Etymology
Combines 'movement' (辶) with 'flowing banner' (斿), depicting free movement. Represents unrestrained enjoyment and play.
Symbolism
Symbolizes free play, recreation, and spiritual liberation. Represents time and space for enjoyment apart from daily routine.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Enjoying play
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
物見遊山
ものみゆさん
going on a pleasure jaunt; going on a pleasure jaunt
諸国漫遊
しょこくまんゆう
tour around the country; travelling to various provinces; tour around the country
Proverbs & Idioms
遊びも程々に
あそびもほどほどに
Play in moderation
Don't overdo recreation