敽
bind
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Readings
On'yomi
- キョウ
Kun'yomi
- つな.ぐ
Meaning
敽 centers on the action of binding or tying things together, as in fastening or securing with a cord.
Study
Etymology
敽 combines 喬 (likely a phonetic component) with 攴 (hand holding a stick, suggesting action). The exact historical development is uncertain, but the structure points to an action related to binding or striking.
Meaning mnemonic
The left side 喬 looks like a tall structure, and the right side 攴 is a hand with a stick. Imagine using a stick to twist and tighten ropes around a tall bundle, binding it securely.
Reading mnemonic
For キョウ, picture a giant binding a bundle with a loud 'kyo!' as he pulls the rope tight: kyo -> キョウ.