Kanji 尊: revered, valuable, precious, noble, exalted
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Kanji 尊: revered, valuable, precious, noble, exalted. Readings and core meaning.
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Kanji at a glance
Core meaning / core image
Core meaning: 尊
revered, valuable, precious, noble, exalted
Kanji structure breakdown
Mnemonic story
Mnemonic story
When a chief (酋) strictly adheres to standards and rules (寸), they earn deep respect. A leader who exercises self-discipline and maintains their dignity is seen as noble and precious.
