驪
black horse
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Readings
On'yomi
- リ
- レイ
Kun'yomi
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Meaning
驪 centers on a black horse. It is a specific term for a horse with a dark coat.
Most common words using 驪
- 驪竜りりょう
black dragon
Study
Etymology
驪 combines 馬 (horse) with 麗, which likely contributes the sound and may also suggest a glossy or beautiful quality, fitting a black horse. The exact historical development is uncertain.
Meaning mnemonic
A horse (馬) that is as dark and striking as a beautiful (麗) black coat: 驪 is a black horse.
Reading mnemonic
For リ, imagine a black horse named Lee: Lee -> リ, and Lee is a sleek black horse.