詢
consult with
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Readings
On'yomi
- ジュン
- シュン
Kun'yomi
- はか.る
- まこと
Meaning
詢 centers on seeking input through words: consulting with someone to get their opinion or advice.
Most common words using 詢
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Etymology
詢 combines 言 (speech) with 旬, which likely contributes the sound and may suggest a cyclical or thorough quality to the consultation.
Meaning mnemonic
The left side is 言 (words), and the right side is 旬 (a ten-day period). Imagine a leader spending ten days asking for everyone's words before making a decision: that's consulting thoroughly.
Reading mnemonic
For ジュン, picture consulting with a wise person in June: June -> ジュン, and their words guide you.