Kanji 蔭: shade, shadow, backing assistance
Key takeaways
Kanji 蔭: shade, shadow, backing assistance. Readings and core meaning.
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Kanji at a glance
Core meaning / core image
Core meaning: 蔭
shade, shadow, backing assistance
Kanji structure breakdown
Mnemonic story
Mnemonic story
This character combines grass (艹) with the character for shade (陰). It represents the cool shade created by lush greenery, and by extension, refers to the protection or backing someone provides.