Kanji 柄: design, pattern, build, nature, character, handle, crank, grip, knob, shaft
Key takeaways
Kanji 柄: design, pattern, build, nature, character, handle, crank, grip, knob, shaft. Readings and core meaning.
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Kanji at a glance
Core meaning / core image
Core meaning: 柄
design, pattern, build, nature, character, handle, crank, grip, knob, shaft
Kanji structure breakdown
Mnemonic story
Mnemonic story
This character originally referred to a handle or grip made of wood (木). Combined with the phonetic component 丙, its meaning expanded from a physical handle to include the patterns on an object or the inherent character and personality of a person. It is frequently used in terms like 'hitogara' (personality).
