豐
bountiful, excellent, rich
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Readings
On'yomi
- ホウ
- ブ
Kun'yomi
- ゆた.か
- とよ
Meaning
豐 centers on abundance and high quality: something bountiful, rich, or excellent. The meanings all point to a state of plentiful goodness.
Study
Etymology
豐 is an ancient character depicting a vessel (豆) filled with offerings, symbolizing abundance and richness. The upper part likely represents the piled contents.
Meaning mnemonic
Picture a ceremonial vessel (豆) overflowing with grain and treasures, representing bountiful richness and excellence.
Reading mnemonic
For ホウ, imagine a bountiful harvest being announced with a loud 'hoe!' as farmers till the rich soil: hoe -> ホウ.