163.色


1. Meaning and Reading

  • color
  • Onyomi : しょく, しき
  • Kunyomi : いろ

2. Kanji Explanation

  • 巴 : python

Derived from the colorful form of a snake (巴), symbolizing ‘color’.

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3. Example Words

いろ
color

The color is very beautiful.

景色 けしき
scenery

The scenery is wonderful.

特色 とくしょく
characteristic

Characteristics appear in the cuisine.