Japanese Dictionary

Meaning of 侘び(わび) in Japanese

侘び, 侘, 佗, 佗び
Kana Reading
わび
Romaji
wabi
Word Senses
  • Parts of speech
    noun (common) (futsuumeishi)
    Meaning
    the beauty to be found in poverty and simplicity; subdued taste; quiet refinement; sober refinement; wabi


Kanji in this word

7 strokes

proud, lonely

On'Yomi: タ, イ

Kun'Yomi: わび.しい, わび, ほか, わ.びる

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8 strokes

proud, lonely

On'Yomi: タ

Kun'Yomi: わび.しい, ほこ.る, わ.びる

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