Kanji 鍵: key
Key takeaways
Kanji 鍵: key. Readings and core meaning.
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Kanji at a glance
Core meaning / core image
Core meaning: 鍵
key
Kanji structure breakdown
Mnemonic story
Mnemonic story
A key is a tool made of metal (金) used to open and close a building (建). Think of it as an essential tool for security whenever a structure is built.
