9 strokes

Meanings

visage
face
trace
shadow
memory
(kokuji)

Readings

Kun — Native Japanese reading, usually for standalone words
おもかげ
Nanori — Specialized readings used in names
てい

Dictionary

Common Words

もかげ
Noun
Freq #6667
1

face; looks; countenance

Examples
母の面影を忘れられない。
The image of my mother is on my mind.
2

vestige; trace; reminder

Examples
この町はいまだに昔の面影をとどめている。
This town still retains something of the old days.

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