花言葉

はなことば

Also written 花詞

Meanings

1. Noun language of flowers (e.g. the use of red roses to signify love); floriography

Kanji

• 花 flower. Read as はな.
• 言 say. Read as こと.
• 葉 leaf. Read as は.

Example sentences

• 日本では、３月３日は「桃の節句」と呼ばれ、女の子の成長と幸福を願う行事として、お雛様や桃の花などを飾ります。桃の花は、薄紅色のきれいな花です。花言葉は、「チャーミング」です。
  In Japan, the 3rd of March is known as "Momo no Sekku". As an event which wishes upon the healthy development and happiness of young girls, Hina-dolls and peach flowers are used as decoration. Peach flowers are beautiful, light pink flowers, and symbolise "Charmingness".

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