氤
spirited
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Readings
On'yomi
- イン
Kun'yomi
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Meaning
氤 centers on a lively, spirited quality, often describing an energetic or flourishing atmosphere. The single given meaning 'spirited' captures this sense of vibrant energy.
Most common words using 氤
- 氤氳いんうん
energetic; lively; dynamic; vigorous
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Etymology
氤 combines 气 (vapor, spirit) with 因, which likely contributes the sound. The character is used in compounds to express a flourishing or spirited atmosphere.
Meaning mnemonic
The outer 气 suggests vapor or spirit, and the inner 因 looks like a person enclosed. Imagine a spirited energy trapped inside, ready to burst out.
Reading mnemonic
For イン, picture an inn filled with spirited travelers: inn -> イン, and the lively atmosphere matches the kanji's meaning.