Kanji 腕: arm, ability, talent
Key takeaways
Kanji 腕: arm, ability, talent. Readings and core meaning.
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Kanji at a glance
Core meaning / core image
Core meaning: 腕
arm, ability, talent
Kanji structure breakdown
Mnemonic story
Mnemonic story
The arm is the part of the body (月) where we direct or allot (宛) our strength and skill. Beyond just being a physical limb, this kanji also represents one's 'ability' or 'talent'.