Kanji 次: next, order, sequence
Kanji 次: next, order, sequence. Readings and core meaning.
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Kanji at a glance
Core meaning / core image
next, order, sequence
Kanji structure breakdown
Mnemonic story
Imagine someone standing on ice (冫) and yawning (欠) while waiting for their turn. This imagery of waiting in the cold for the next person to finish helps you remember the meanings 'next' or 'sequence'.