跂
stand on tiptoes
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Readings
On'yomi
- キ
Kun'yomi
- つまだ.つ
- むつゆび
Meaning
跂 centers on the action of standing on tiptoes, stretching upward to reach or see.
Study
Etymology
跂 combines 足 (foot) with 支, which likely contributes the sound and suggests supporting or propping up, giving the idea of standing on tiptoes.
Meaning mnemonic
The left side 足 means foot, and the right side 支 looks like a prop or support. Picture a foot propped up on its toes, stretching upward.
Reading mnemonic
For キ, imagine standing on tiptoes to reach a key on a high shelf: key -> キ, and your foot stretches up to get it.