complexity; frequency; trouble
Used in compounds like 繁簡 (complexity and simplicity) or 頻繁 (frequency). As a standalone noun, it is rare and mostly appears in technical or literary contexts. Antonym: 簡 (simplicity).
Antonyms: 簡
The term 繁簡 contrasts complexity and simplicity.
traditional Chinese character; unsimplified Chinese character
Abbreviation of 繁体字 (traditional Chinese characters). Used in discussions of Chinese writing systems.
See also: 繁体字
この地域では地震の繁度が高い。
In this region, the frequency of earthquakes is high.
Is the Chinese text written in traditional or simplified characters?
simplicity; brevity · letter; note; correspondence · bamboo writing strip (ancient China) · simplified Chinese character
繁 (traditional characters) contrasts with 簡体字, the simplified Chinese character system used in mainland China.
frequent; occurring often; incessant
breeding; propagation; reproduction; multiplication; increase
prosperity; thriving; flourishing
bustling; prosperous; thriving
prosperity; flourishing; thriving
busy; hectic; pressed with work
flourishing; thriving; lush growth
traditional Chinese character; unsimplified Chinese character
extreme busyness; hecticness
Standard kanji form for both senses.
The kanji 繁 originally depicts a woman (女) and a thread (糸), suggesting abundance or complexity. The reading はん is the on'yomi. The abbreviation sense derives from 繁体字.
extreme busyness; hectic; multitude of tasks
busyness; being busy · frequent use; heavy use
complexity and simplicity
busy and quiet periods; press and slack of business
complex fraction
busy farming season
busy hour; busy period
red tape; excessive formalities