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Kotomora

嗞

to consult about, to plan, to report in writing to an equal, a despatch

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Readings

On'yomi

  • シ

Kun'yomi

  • なげ.く
  • わら.う

Meaning

嗞 centers on formal written communication: consulting, planning, and sending official reports or dispatches between equals.

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Etymology

嗞 combines 口 (mouth) with 兹, which likely provides the sound. The exact historical development is uncertain, but the structure suggests a character related to speech or written reports.

Meaning mnemonic

The mouth 口 beside 兹 suggests speaking or communicating in an official manner. Picture a mouth issuing a formal dispatch or consulting on a plan.

Reading mnemonic

For シ, imagine a sheaf of official dispatches: sheaf -> シ, and the mouth 口 is reporting them in writing.