Kanji 冒: risk, face, defy, dare, damage, assume (a name)
Key takeaways
Kanji 冒: risk, face, defy, dare, damage, assume (a name). Readings and core meaning.
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Kanji at a glance
Core meaning / core image
Core meaning: 冒
risk, face, defy, dare, damage, assume (a name)
Kanji structure breakdown
Mnemonic story
Mnemonic story
Trying to look at the sun (日) directly with your eyes (目) is a 'risk' or a 'daring' act. Imagine facing a blinding light without protection to remember the meaning 'to defy' or 'to venture.' It is commonly used in the word 'adventure' (mo-heom).
