Kanji 阻: thwart, separate from, prevent, obstruct, deter, impede
Key takeaways
Kanji 阻: thwart, separate from, prevent, obstruct, deter, impede. Readings and core meaning.
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Kanji at a glance
Core meaning / core image
Core meaning: 阻
thwart, separate from, prevent, obstruct, deter, impede
Kanji structure breakdown
Mnemonic story
Mnemonic story
Imagine a steep hill (⻖) where, moreover (且), another obstacle appears to block the way. This kanji represents rugged terrain or multiple barriers that thwart passage, leading to the meanings of prevent or impede.
