趈
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Readings
On'yomi
- タン
- ケン
Kun'yomi
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Meaning
This rare kanji has no clear standalone meaning. Treat its meaning as uncertain.
Study
Etymology
趈 is a rare character composed of 走 (run) and 占 (occupy/divine). The exact historical development and original meaning are uncertain.
Meaning mnemonic
Since the meaning is unclear, focus on the shape: 走 (run) enclosing 占 (fortune-telling). Imagine running to a fortune-teller, but the outcome is unknown.
Reading mnemonic
For タン, picture a tan-colored running track (走) with a fortune-teller's booth (占) at the end: tan -> タン.