暌
in opposition, distant from, separated
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Readings
On'yomi
- ケイ
- ケ
Kun'yomi
- く.れる
Meaning
暌 centers on separation and opposition: being distant from something or standing in contrast to it.
Study
Etymology
暌 combines 日 (sun) with 癸, which likely contributes the sound. The exact historical development of the meaning 'in opposition' or 'separated' is uncertain.
Meaning mnemonic
The sun 日 beside 癸 suggests a sundial or shadow that marks separation: when the sun moves, shadows grow distant and opposite.
Reading mnemonic
For ケイ, imagine a kayak (ケイ) drifting away from shore, becoming distant and separated from land.