Kanji 挑: challenge, contend for, make love to
Key takeaways
Kanji 挑: challenge, contend for, make love to. Readings and core meaning.
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Kanji at a glance
Core meaning / core image
Core meaning: 挑
challenge, contend for, make love to
Kanji structure breakdown
Mnemonic story
Mnemonic story
This kanji depicts a hand (扌) making a sign (兆) to start a fight, representing a challenge. Imagine reaching out your hand to provoke or confront someone. It is used in words like challenge (挑戰) and provocation (挑發).
