Kanji 蛍: lightning-bug, firefly
Key takeaways
Kanji 蛍: lightning-bug, firefly. Readings and core meaning.
See vocabulary and examples below.
Kanji at a glance
Core meaning / core image
Core meaning: 蛍
lightning-bug, firefly
Kanji structure breakdown
Mnemonic story
Mnemonic story
The top part (⺍) represents sparks of light, while the cover (冖) symbolizes the darkness of night. An insect (虫) that glows in the dark is a firefly. This kanji is also used in the word for fluorescent lamp (蛍光灯).
