Meanings
Readings
Common Words
to garnish; to accompany (as a card does a gift)
to add to as support; to prop up
to accompany (as an aid, guide, translator, etc.)
Archaic
to mimic; to imitate
Archaic
to draw something near to oneself; to approach nearby
Prefix
assistant; associate; vice-; sub-; deputy; substitute; auxiliary; supplementary; additional; collateral
duplicate; copy
Abbreviation; Dictionary tag used in dictionaries
adverb
Medicine
side effect; adverse reaction
vice president (of a club, organization, etc.)
to meet (wishes, expectations, etc.); to satisfy; to comply with; to live up to
to accompany; to go with; to stay by one's side
to associate with (someone); to mix with
Esp. 添う
to marry; to wed
Esp. 添う
to be added
adjutant; aide; aide-de-camp
deputy head; deputy director; vice chief (of something)
executive officer (navy)
deputy director; assistant director; vice director; deputy general manager; assistant general manager; vice (general) manager
side job; sideline; subsidiary business
by-product
spin-off; outgrowth; side effect; consequence
Memory Mnemonics
Keywords
The core concepts or meanings associated with this specific kanji.
Constituents
The visual building blocks used to craft this character's story.
Mnemonic Stories
The king’s vice-regent was given two symbols of authority: a chest of wealth and a golden saber.
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