Kanji 脳: brain, memory
Key takeaways
Kanji 脳: brain, memory. Readings and core meaning.
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Kanji at a glance
Core meaning / core image
Core meaning: 脳
brain, memory
Kanji structure breakdown
Mnemonic story
Mnemonic story
This refers to the brain located in the body (月) at the very top (⺍) of the head. It would be a great misfortune (凶) if this vital organ were damaged, so it must be protected. Think of words like brain (頭脳) or brainwaves (脳波).
