163.色


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’.

kanji illustration

3. Example Words

色 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.