Kanji 由: wherefore, a reason
Key takeaways
Kanji 由: wherefore, a reason. Readings and core meaning.
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Kanji at a glance
Core meaning / core image
Core meaning: 由
wherefore, a reason
Kanji structure breakdown
Mnemonic story
Mnemonic story
The image of a vertical line (丨) piercing through the sun (日) symbolizes the fundamental 'reason' or 'cause' for the existence of all things. Like a path through which light emerges, it represents the basis of an event, as seen in words like 'reason' (理由) or 'freedom' (自由).
