瑗
large ring of fine jade
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Readings
On'yomi
- エン
- オン
- カン
- ゲン
Kun'yomi
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Meaning
瑗 refers specifically to a large ring made of fine jade, a ceremonial or ornamental object.
Study
Etymology
瑗 combines 王 (jade) with 爰, which likely contributes the sound. The character denotes a specific type of jade ring.
Meaning mnemonic
The left side 王 (jade) tells you the material, and the right side 爰 looks like a hand holding something round. Picture a large, precious jade ring being held up for display.
Reading mnemonic
For エン, imagine an enormous jade ring that marks the end of a long ceremony: end -> エン, and the ring is the final, precious object.