花【はな】
Frequency rank: 1,131.
- flower; blossom; bloom; petal
- cherry blossom
- beauty
- blooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)
- ikebanasee also 生け花
- hanafudahanafudaabbreviationsee also 花札
- (the) bestusu. as 〜が花see also 言わぬが花
- glorious; lovely
noun (common) (futsuumeishi)
nouns which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
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- flower; blossom; bloom; petal
- cherry blossom
- beauty
- blooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)
- ikebana
- hanafuda
- (the) best
- glorious; lovely
This meaning refers to the reproductive structure of flowering plants, often characterized by vibrant colors and scents. It can be used in various contexts, including gardening, nature, and symbolism.
That flower is very beautiful.
This specific meaning refers to the blossoms of the cherry tree, which are particularly celebrated in Japan for their beauty and cultural significance during the spring season.
This usage is more abstract and refers to the aesthetic qualities and visual appeal that flowers possess, often symbolizing love, romance, and nature's beauty.
This meaning indicates the action or process of flowers, particularly cherry blossoms, opening and reaching full bloom, often used in seasonal and poetic contexts.
When the cherry blossoms begin to bloom, I feel that spring has arrived.
This refers to the traditional Japanese art of flower arrangement, emphasizing harmony, balance, and simplicity in the presentation of flowers and plant materials.
She is learning ikebana.
This term refers to a traditional Japanese card game using beautifully illustrated cards that often depict flowers and nature, linking the concept of flowers to cultural games.
This meaning can imply excellence or superiority in a certain context, often associated with the finest flowers or arrangements.
This meaning expresses admiration and appreciation for the exquisite and delightful aspects of flowers, often used to convey strong positive emotions.
Generated collocations (experimental)
はなをおくる花を贈るto give flowersはながさく花が咲くto bloomさくら桜のはな花cherry blossomうつくしい美しいはな花beautiful flowerかびん花瓶にいける生けるto arrange flowers in a vaseはなみ花見flower viewing (especially cherry blossom viewing)たんじょうび誕生日にはなをおくる花を贈るto give flowers on a birthdayはなことば花言葉language of flowers (flower symbolism)はなたば花束flower bouquetはな花そうしょく装飾floral decorationはなびたいかい花火大会fireworks festivalいけばな生け花ikebana (Japanese flower arranging)はな花のかおり香りscent of flowersすばらしい素晴らしいはな花glorious flowerあい愛のしょうちょう象徴のはな花flower as a symbol of love
Wiktionary definitions (experimental)
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Many Japanese irises were flowering prettily on the lake's edge.
Then, although it was dreary up to the other day, everywhere were flowers, flowers, flowers.
The flowers don't look happy. I'd like to water them. Is there a watering can?
The iris deeply associated with the Boys' Festival does not have a beautiful flower.
The lotus blossoms diffused an inexpressibly pleasant scent.
The next morning I woke to see the fruit trees in bloom underneath my window.
The warm weather will bring the fruit trees into blossom soon.
My mother likes tulips very much and so does my sister.