鉘
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Readings
On'yomi
- フツ
- ブチ
Kun'yomi
- かざ.る
Meaning
This rare kanji has no clear standalone meaning. Treat its meaning as uncertain.
Study
Etymology
鉘 combines 金 (metal) with 弗, which likely contributes the sound. The exact historical development and original meaning are uncertain.
Meaning mnemonic
The left side is metal 金, and the right side 弗 looks like a bow with strings. Picture a decorative metal ornament shaped like a bow, used to adorn something.
Reading mnemonic
For フツ, imagine a metal foot adorning a statue: foot -> フツ, and the metal decoration is shaped like the right component.