伉
same kind, compare with
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Readings
On'yomi
- コウ
Kun'yomi
- たぐ.い
- なら.ぶ
Meaning
伉 centers on pairing or matching: things of the same kind, or the act of comparing one with another.
Most common words using 伉
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Etymology
伉 combines 亻 (person) with 亢, which likely contributes the sound and may relate to height or pairing. The exact historical development is uncertain.
Meaning mnemonic
A person 亻 standing beside 亢, which looks like a tall, straight frame. Imagine two people of the same height being compared side by side.
Reading mnemonic
For コウ, picture two people of the same kind standing together like a pair of co-workers: co -> コウ, and they compare their matching uniforms.