Meanings
Readings
Common Words
genuine; authentic; true; real
Idiomatic expression
to be deeply impressed; to take to heart; to engrave on one's heart; to bear in mind; to engrave on one's liver
deep impression; being deeply moved; being deeply touched
naming; christening
masterpiece; masterwork
each; individual
brand; make; description
Finance
trading name (on a stock exchange); issue; security
inscription; epitaph
(manufacturer's) engraved signature
motto; maxim; precept
to engrave an inscription; to call (designate) itself; to mark; to label
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
To add a name to a piece of gold jewelry is to give it an inscription.
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