嫦
proper name
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Readings
On'yomi
- コウ
- ジョウ
Kun'yomi
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Meaning
嫦 is a rare kanji used primarily as a proper name, with no clear standalone meaning. Treat its meaning as uncertain.
Most common words using 嫦
- 嫦娥じょうが
Chang'e (Chinese goddess)
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Etymology
嫦 combines 女 (woman) with 常, which likely contributes the sound. The exact historical development is uncertain, and the character is mainly used in proper names.
Meaning mnemonic
A woman 女 beside the character 常, which suggests something constant or ordinary. As a proper name, it may evoke a woman of enduring presence.
Reading mnemonic
For コウ, imagine a woman named 嫦 (Kou) who is always constant (常) in her habits: Kou -> コウ.