Kanji 既: previously, already, long ago
Key takeaways
Kanji 既: previously, already, long ago. Readings and core meaning.
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Kanji at a glance
Core meaning / core image
Core meaning: 既
previously, already, long ago
Kanji structure breakdown
Mnemonic story
Mnemonic story
This character depicts a person who has stopped eating (艮) and is turning their head away (旡) because they are full. It signifies that an action is 'already' complete, as seen in words like 'existing' (기존) or 'established' (기성).
