乀
stretch
Strokes1
Readings
On'yomi
- フツ
- ブチ
Kun'yomi
- ま.がる
Meaning
乀 centers on a stretching or bending motion, like a line that curves or extends. Its standalone meaning is narrow and rare.
Most common words using 乀
- 丿乀へつほつ
rocking from side to side (of a boat)
Study
Etymology
乀 is a rare character whose exact historical origin is uncertain. It likely represents a pictographic depiction of a bending or stretching motion.
Meaning mnemonic
The single stroke curves downward and to the right, like a line being stretched or bent. Picture pulling a rubber band into a curved shape.
Reading mnemonic
For フツ, imagine the sound of a rubber band stretching and snapping: 'futs!' The sudden stretch sound cues フツ.