Kanji 耗: decrease
Key takeaways
Kanji 耗: decrease. Readings and core meaning.
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Kanji at a glance
Core meaning / core image
Core meaning: 耗
decrease
Kanji structure breakdown
Mnemonic story
Mnemonic story
When using a plow (耒) to till the field, hair-like (毛) weeds are cleared away and the tool itself gradually wears down. This represents the act of resources decreasing or being consumed. Remember this kanji through words like consumption (消耗) or wear and tear (摩耗).
