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Kotomora

焞

dim

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Readings

On'yomi

  • トン
  • タイ
  • ツイ

Kun'yomi

  • あき.らか

Meaning

焞 centers on dimness, specifically a weak or subdued light, like a fire that is not burning brightly.

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Etymology

焞 combines 火 (fire) with 享, which likely contributes the sound. The exact historical development is uncertain, but the character is associated with dim light.

Meaning mnemonic

The fire 火 on the left is paired with 享 on the right. Imagine a fire that is barely flickering, its light dim and subdued, as if the flames are struggling to stay alive.

Reading mnemonic

For トン, picture a dim light bulb that makes a soft 'ton' sound when it flickers out: ton -> トン, and the room goes dim.