桯
table
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Readings
On'yomi
- テイ
- チョウ
- ケイ
- ギョウ
Kun'yomi
- つくえ
Meaning
桯 centers on a table, specifically a flat surface used for writing or working.
Study
Etymology
桯 combines 木 (tree/wood) with 呈, which likely contributes the sound. The character refers to a wooden table.
Meaning mnemonic
The left side is 木 (wood), and the right side 呈 looks like a flat surface with legs. Picture a wooden table made from a tree.
Reading mnemonic
For テイ, imagine a table set for tea: tea -> テイ, and the wooden table holds the teacups.