Meaning
Rich, abundant, plentiful — this character often appears in words related to prosperity, harvest, and generosity.
- 豊作 — good harvest
- 豊富 — abundant, plentiful
- 豊満 — voluptuous, full-figured
- 豊かな — rich, abundant (used as adjective)
- 豊漁 — good catch (of fish)
- 豊田 — Toyota (a city and surname)
- 豊潤 — mellow, rich (esp. flavor, expression)
- 豊年 — year of abundance
The top part of 豊 resembles a ceremonial vessel (たかつき), with offerings or treasures placed on top. The bottom part 豆 is the radical for “bean,” symbolizing agricultural abundance. Together, 豊 conveys the idea of a bountiful harvest or rich offerings.
この地方は 自然が 豊かです。
This region is rich in nature.
今年は 豊作でした。
This year brought a good harvest.
Use “ほう” for compound words and formal contexts (like 豊富・豊作). Use “ゆたか” as a standalone adjective to describe richness or abundance.