Kanji 露: dew, tears, expose, Russia
Kanji 露: dew, tears, expose, Russia. Readings and core meaning.
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Kanji at a glance
Core meaning / core image
dew, tears, expose, Russia
Kanji structure breakdown
Mnemonic story
Imagine the dew that forms on the road (路) after it rains (雨). Because dew is clear or reveals the ground as it evaporates, this kanji also means to expose or reveal. It is commonly used in words like 'exposure' (暴露) or 'revelation' (露出).