茲
here
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Readings
On'yomi
- シ
- ジ
Kun'yomi
- ここ.に
- し.げる
Meaning
茲 is a rare kanji that points to a location: here. Its standalone meaning is narrow and primarily used in formal or literary contexts.
Most common words using 茲
- 今茲こんじ
this year; the current year
Study
Etymology
The exact historical development of 茲 is uncertain. It appears to combine 艹 (grass) with 幺 (thread), but how these components produce the meaning 'here' is unclear.
Meaning mnemonic
Picture a patch of grass (艹) with a thread (幺) tied around it, marking this exact spot as 'here'.
Reading mnemonic
For シ, imagine pointing to a spot and saying 'See? Here!' — 'See' cues シ while you point to the marked location.