晏
late, quiet, sets (sun)
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Readings
On'yomi
- アン
Kun'yomi
- おそ.い
Meaning
晏 centers on the late, quiet time when the sun sets and the day winds down. The meanings 'late', 'quiet', and 'sets (sun)' all describe this calm evening atmosphere.
Most common words using 晏
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Etymology
晏 combines 日 (sun) with 安 (peaceful, calm), suggesting the peaceful time when the sun sets and the day becomes quiet and late.
Meaning mnemonic
The sun 日 rests above 安 (peace), like a calm sunset bringing a quiet, late evening.
Reading mnemonic
For アン, picture an ant (アント) settling down for the night as the sun sets late and quiet: ant -> アン.