鷯
wren
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Readings
On'yomi
- リョウ
Kun'yomi
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Meaning
鷯 refers specifically to the wren, a small bird.
Most common words using 鷯
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Etymology
鷯 combines 鳥 (bird) with 尞, which likely contributes the sound リョウ. The character was created to name the wren.
Meaning mnemonic
The right side 鳥 is a bird, and the left side 尞 looks like a small bird with a tufted tail. Picture a tiny wren hopping among reeds.
Reading mnemonic
For リョウ, imagine a wren singing a clear, ringing note that sounds like 'ryou'. The bird's call cues リョウ.