JLPT N1
薔薇
This is the Japanese word for “rose.” People usually write this flower’s name in katakana (バラ), so its complex kanji is rarely used.
Readings
Other forms
バラ most common form
ばら hiragana form
Noun
Rose
The flower or plant known as a rose. It is also used metaphorically to mean “rosy” or “bright,” especially in the set phrase バラ色 (rose-colored).
Example
A この 花 、 いい 香り だ ね 。
B うん 、 バラ だ よ 。
[A:] This flower smells nice. [B:] Yeah, it's a rose.
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