Kanji 残: remainder, leftover, balance
Kanji 残: remainder, leftover, balance. Readings and core meaning.
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Kanji at a glance
Core meaning / core image
remainder, leftover, balance
Kanji structure breakdown
Mnemonic story
This character depicts what remains after death or destruction (歹). It represents a small amount (戋) left over, like the remainder or balance after an event.