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Kanji 範: meanings, readings, and example words.

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Kanji 範: pattern, example, model

Key takeaways

Kanji 範: pattern, example, model. Readings and core meaning.

See vocabulary and examples below.

Kanji at a glance

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Meaning

patternexamplemodel

On reading

ハン

Radical

Core meaning / core image

Core meaning: 範

pattern, example, model

Kanji structure breakdown

Structure breakdown

竹 + 車 + 卩

Mnemonic story

Mnemonic story

A bamboo (竹) mold is used to shape parts of a cart (車), and a seal (卩) is applied to certify it as the standard. This represents a 'model' or 'pattern' used to ensure everything is made correctly.

On'yomi and kun'yomi

On reading

ハン
  • 規範きはん

    standard / norm / model

  • 模範もはん

    model / example / standard

  • 範囲はんい

    range / scope / extent

Commonly used words

  • 規範
    きはん

    standard / norm / model

  • 模範
    もはん

    model / example / standard

  • 範囲
    はんい

    range / scope / extent

Example sentences

Example 1

社会の規を守ることは大切です。

Translation

It is important to follow social norms.

Example 2

彼の行動は規に反している。

Translation

His actions go against the standard.

Example 3

彼はみんなの模です。

Translation

He is a model for everyone.

Example 4

この作品は模として使われる。

Translation

This work is used as an example.

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