Kanji 衷: inmost, heart, mind, inside
Key takeaways
Kanji 衷: inmost, heart, mind, inside. Readings and core meaning.
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Kanji at a glance
Core meaning / core image
Core meaning: 衷
inmost, heart, mind, inside
Kanji structure breakdown
Mnemonic story
Mnemonic story
This character depicts the 'middle' (中) placed inside 'clothes' (衣). It represents the 'inner heart' or 'sincerity' kept deep within one's clothing, close to the chest. It is commonly used in the word 'compromise' (折衷).
