舞


This kanji means dance or flutter about.

on readings:
  • bu
kun readings:
  • ma
  • mai
examples:
舞楽 bugaku old Japanese court dance music
舞台 butai the stage
舞踊 buyō a dance, dancing
歌舞伎 Kabuki classical Japanese theater
舞う mau dance, flutter about
お見舞い omimai visit, inquiry (after someone's health)
仕舞 shimai end, conclusion

links:
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Last Changed: 11 January 2025 by Bradley James Wogsland.