瑱
gem used as ear plug, jade earring
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Readings
On'yomi
- テン
- チン
- シン
Kun'yomi
- みみだま
Meaning
瑱 centers on a jade ornament worn in the ear: a gem used as an ear plug or a jade earring.
Study
Etymology
瑱 combines 王 (jade) with 真, which likely contributes the sound. The character specifically denotes a jade ear ornament.
Meaning mnemonic
The left side 王 (jade) and the right side 真 (truth) come together: a true jade piece worn as an earring or ear plug.
Reading mnemonic
For テン, imagine ten (テン) jade earrings displayed in a row, each one a perfect gem for the ear.