鈘
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Readings
On'yomi
- キ
Kun'yomi
- かま
Meaning
This rare kanji has no clear standalone meaning. Treat its meaning as uncertain.
Study
Etymology
鈘 combines 金 (metal) with 支, but the exact historical development is uncertain.
Meaning mnemonic
With 金 (metal) and 支 (support), picture a metal support or tool, but its exact meaning is unclear.
Reading mnemonic
For キ, imagine a key made of metal (金) that supports (支) a lock: key -> キ.