蛍
Kanji · N1
蛍 / lightning-bug
Kanji for lightning-bug or firefly.
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Readings
| Type | Reading | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| On (音) | ケイ | Sino-Japanese readings — common in compounds. |
| Kun (訓) | ほたる | Native Japanese readings — common standalone or with okurigana. |
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Meaning
蛍 carries the meaning lightning-bug or firefly.
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Common compounds with 蛍
蛍ほたるfirefly / lightning bug / glowworm
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