琰
jewel, gem, glitter of gems
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Readings
On'yomi
- エン
Kun'yomi
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Meaning
琰 centers on a precious, glittering jewel or gem, emphasizing its sparkling beauty.
Study
Etymology
琰 combines 王 (jade/gem) with 炎, which likely contributes the sound and may suggest the fiery glitter of a gem.
Meaning mnemonic
The left side 王 represents a jewel, and the right side 炎 looks like flames. Picture a gem sparkling with fiery flashes of light.
Reading mnemonic
For エン, imagine an enchanting jewel glowing with inner fire: enchanting -> エン.