竨
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Readings
On'yomi
- チョウ
Kun'yomi
- たかくけ.わしい
Meaning
This rare kanji has no clear standalone meaning. Treat its meaning as uncertain.
Study
Etymology
The exact historical development of 竨 is uncertain. It visually combines 立 and 卓, but the original semantic or phonetic role of these components is unclear.
Meaning mnemonic
Since the meaning is unclear, picture a tall (立) and outstanding (卓) figure standing alone, representing something lofty or obscure.
Reading mnemonic
For チョウ, imagine a tall, outstanding chief named Chou standing alone: Chou -> チョウ, matching the kanji's lofty appearance.