邗
an ancient place in the state of Wu
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Readings
On'yomi
- カン
Kun'yomi
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Meaning
邗 refers to an ancient place name in the state of Wu. Its standalone meaning is limited to this historical location.
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Etymology
邗 is a historical place-name character. The left component 干 likely contributes sound, while the right component ⻏ (阝) is a common element in place names. The exact historical development is uncertain.
Meaning mnemonic
The left side 干 suggests a shield or stem, and the right side ⻏ is often used in place names. Picture an ancient fortified place marked by a shield symbol.
Reading mnemonic
For カン, imagine an ancient can (カン) found at the site of 邗, holding relics from the state of Wu.