Kanji 薬: medicine, chemical, enamel, gunpowder, benefit
Key takeaways
Kanji 薬: medicine, chemical, enamel, gunpowder, benefit. Readings and core meaning.
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Kanji at a glance
Core meaning / core image
Core meaning: 薬
medicine, chemical, enamel, gunpowder, benefit
Kanji structure breakdown
Mnemonic story
Mnemonic story
Medicine was traditionally made from herbs (grass). Taking these herbs brings comfort and makes you feel better (pleasure/ease). This character is used in common words like pharmacy and pharmacist.
