Kanji 具: tool, utensil, means, possess, ingredients, counter for armor, suits, sets of furniture
Key takeaways
Kanji 具: tool, utensil, means, possess, ingredients, counter for armor, suits, sets of furniture. Readings and core meaning.
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Kanji at a glance
Core meaning / core image
Core meaning: 具
tool, utensil, means, possess, ingredients, counter for armor, suits, sets of furniture
Kanji structure breakdown
Mnemonic story
Mnemonic story
Imagine using your eyes (目) to check if all eight (八) items are present to ensure you have the right tools. It represents having all the necessary equipment or ingredients prepared and ready. It is used in words like tool (道具) and furniture (家具).
