丞
help
JLPTN1StatusJinmeiyōStrokes6
Readings
On'yomi
- ジョウ
- ショウ
Kun'yomi
- すく.う
- たす.ける
Nanori
- すけ
Meaning
丞 centers on providing assistance or support, especially in an official or formal capacity. The core idea is helping someone in need or aiding in a task.
Most common words using 丞
- 丞相じょうしょう
prime minister (in ancient China)
Study
Etymology
丞 originally depicted two hands lifting a person, symbolizing assistance or rescue. The modern form is simplified, but the idea of helping or supporting remains.
Meaning mnemonic
The top part 氶 looks like a person being lifted, and the bottom 一 is like a steady base. Imagine someone reaching down to help pull another person up onto solid ground.
Reading mnemonic
For ジョウ, picture a helpful 'Joe' lending a hand: Joe -> ジョウ, and Joe is always ready to assist.