What does kanji 萼 mean?

The primary meaning of kanji 萼 is calyx.

How is kanji 萼 read?

The kunyomi readings for kanji 萼 are うてな; the onyomi readings are ガク.

Example words that use kanji 萼 include 萼, 萼片.

Kanken 1

萼

Meaning

calyx

calyx, cup

Stroke Order

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うてな

calyx

がくへん

sepal

5 reference sentences

萼が花びらを包んでいる。

The calyx encloses the petals.

この花は萼が大きい。

This flower has a large calyx.

萼の形を観察してください。

Please observe the shape of the calyx.

机の上に白い萼が置いてあった。

There was a white cup on the table.

彼は萼に水を注いだ。

He poured water into the cup.

Context Links Usage in Anime Open to see character names and anime titles. 2 related entries

Real-world usage of this kanji in character names and anime titles on Anime.Jepang.org.