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Kotomora

鏋

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Readings

On'yomi

  • バン
  • マン

Kun'yomi

  • こがね

Meaning

This rare kanji has no clear standalone meaning. Treat its meaning as uncertain.

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Etymology

鏋 is a rare character combining 金 (metal) with 㒼, which likely contributes a phonetic element. The exact historical development is uncertain.

Meaning mnemonic

The left side is metal 金, and the right side 㒼 looks like a covered container. Picture a rare metal object whose purpose is unclear, like an ancient sealed vessel.

Reading mnemonic

For バン, imagine a metal bun (バン) shaped like the right component 㒼, a round covered bread made of precious gold.