Kanji 亜: Asia, rank next, come after
Key takeaways
Kanji 亜: Asia, rank next, come after. Readings and core meaning.
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Kanji at a glance
Core meaning / core image
Core meaning: 亜
Asia, rank next, come after
Kanji structure breakdown
Mnemonic story
Mnemonic story
Although this character is composed of the number two (二) and a mouth (口), these components do not directly explain the meaning 'Asia.' It is most effective to learn it through its usage in words like 'Asia' or as a prefix meaning 'sub-' or 'secondary,' as in 'subtropical.'
