Kanji 懸: state of suspension, hang, depend, consult, distant, far apart
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Kanji 懸: state of suspension, hang, depend, consult, distant, far apart. Readings and core meaning.
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Kanji at a glance
Core meaning / core image
Core meaning: 懸
state of suspension, hang, depend, consult, distant, far apart
Kanji structure breakdown
Mnemonic story
Mnemonic story
The top part 縣 means 'to hang,' and adding 心 (heart) below it represents a state where one's heart is 'hanging' on something. This signifies being deeply concerned or 'doing one's best' with full devotion, as if your whole heart is suspended on a single goal. It is used in words like 'suspension' or the famous Japanese phrase 'Isshoukenmei' (doing one's best).
