Kanji 高: tall, high, expensive
Key takeaways
Kanji 高: tall, high, expensive. Readings and core meaning.
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Kanji at a glance
Core meaning / core image
Core meaning: 高
tall, high, expensive
Kanji structure breakdown
Mnemonic story
Mnemonic story
This kanji is a pictograph of a tall watchtower or building. The top parts represent the roof (亠) and a window (口), while the bottom (冋) shows the base or open space. Together they symbolize a structure rising high, meaning 'high,' 'tall,' or 'expensive.'
