欐
beam
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Readings
On'yomi
- レイ
- ライ
- リ
Kun'yomi
- むね
Meaning
欐 centers on a structural beam: a horizontal timber used in building to support weight.
Study
Etymology
欐 combines 木 (tree/wood) with 麗, which likely contributes the sound and may carry a sense of paired or arranged things, suggesting a wooden beam placed in a structure.
Meaning mnemonic
The left side is 木 (wood), and the right side is 麗 (elegant/arranged). Picture an elegantly arranged wooden beam supporting a beautiful temple roof.
Reading mnemonic
For レイ, imagine laying a wooden beam: lay -> レイ, as you lay the beam into place.