嶼
island
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Readings
On'yomi
- ショ
Kun'yomi
- しま
Meaning
嶼 centers on an island, especially a small island or islet, often in a poetic or geographical context.
Most common words using 嶼
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Etymology
嶼 combines 山 (mountain) with 與, which likely contributes the sound and may relate to the idea of a raised landform. The character is used for small islands or islets.
Meaning mnemonic
The left side 山 means mountain, and the right side 與 looks like a complex shape rising from the sea. Picture a small mountain peak poking out of the water as an island.
Reading mnemonic
For ショ, imagine a small island with a single showy palm tree: show -> ショ, and the island is the stage for that show.