Kanji 繁: luxuriant, thick, overgrown, frequency, complexity, trouble
Key takeaways
Kanji 繁: luxuriant, thick, overgrown, frequency, complexity, trouble. Readings and core meaning.
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Kanji at a glance
Core meaning / core image
Core meaning: 繁
luxuriant, thick, overgrown, frequency, complexity, trouble
Kanji structure breakdown
Mnemonic story
Mnemonic story
Just as one might agilely (敏) handle threads (糸) to weave a complex pattern, this kanji represents things growing thick or flourishing. It is commonly used in words like prosperity (繁昌) or a busy street (繁華街).
