ハス
also: はちす
Meanings
1
lotus; sacred lotus; Indian lotus
usually written using kana alone
Refers to the aquatic plant Nelumbo nucifera, known for its large, beautiful flowers and religious significance in Buddhism.
Lotus flowers are blooming in the pond.
The lotus root is eaten as renkon.
2
usually written using kana alone
Only when written 蓮 · Only with reading はちす
Rare, obsolete usage referring to Hibiscus syriacus, distinct from the common lotus meaning. Only used with the reading はちす.
See also: ムクゲ
In old texts, 蓮 (はちす) can refer to the rose of Sharon.
Usage patterns
- 〈場所〉に蓮が咲くlotus flowers bloom at a place
When summer comes, lotus flowers bloom in this pond.