Meaning
Symbolizes the color red — associated with energy, passion, and attention.
- 赤 — red
- 赤い — red (adjective)
- 赤ちゃん — baby
- 赤信号 — red traffic light
- 赤字 — deficit / red ink
- 赤道 — equator
- 赤血球 — red blood cell
The character “赤” combines elements of fire and size, suggesting brightness or heat. It’s part of Japan’s traditional core colors (赤, 白, 青, 黒) and is used in everything from festival attire to warning signs. In finance, it can also symbolize loss.
赤い 花が 咲いています。
Red flowers are blooming.
赤ちゃんが 泣いています。
The baby is crying.
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