巋
grand, stately, secure, lasting
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Readings
On'yomi
- キ
Kun'yomi
- つら.なる
Meaning
巋 centers on imposing, enduring solidity: something grand and stately that stands secure and lasting, like a towering mountain.
Most common words using 巋
- 巋然きぜん
soaring highly; towering greatly
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Etymology
巋 combines 山 (mountain) with 歸, which likely contributes the sound and the idea of returning or gathering, suggesting a mountain that stands firm and enduring.
Meaning mnemonic
A mountain (山) that returns (歸) to the same shape every day: grand, stately, secure, and lasting.
Reading mnemonic
For キ, imagine a grand, secure key (キー) carved into the mountain: key -> キ, and it locks in the lasting strength.