彦
彦
9 strokes
Frequency: 1117
JLPT N1
Grade 9
Meanings
lad
boy (ancient)
Readings
On
β Chinese-derived reading, usually for compounds
γ²γ³
Kun
β Native Japanese reading, usually for standalone words
γ²γ
Nanori
β Specialized readings used in names
γγ
γ
γ²γ
γγ
Common Words
1
Astronomy
Altair (star in the constellation Aquila); Alpha Aquilae
1
echo (esp. one reverberating in the mountains)
2
mountain god; mountain guardian deity
1
Legend
Nagasunehiko; legendary clan leader who opposed Emperor Jimmu's unification of Japan and was subsequently killed by the deity Nigihayahi
π
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