搘
prop
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Readings
On'yomi
- シ
Kun'yomi
- ささ.える
Meaning
搘 centers on supporting or propping something up, typically with a physical object or effort.
Study
Etymology
搘 combines 扌 (hand) with 耆, which likely contributes the sound. The exact historical development is uncertain, but the structure suggests a hand action related to propping or supporting.
Meaning mnemonic
The hand radical 扌 beside 耆 suggests using your hand to prop something up, like a support beam.
Reading mnemonic
For シ, imagine propping up a sheet of paper with your hand: sheet -> シ, and the hand supports it.