Kanji 英: England, English, hero, outstanding, calyx
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Kanji 英: England, English, hero, outstanding, calyx. Readings and core meaning.
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Kanji at a glance
Core meaning / core image
Core meaning: 英
England, English, hero, outstanding, calyx
Kanji structure breakdown
Mnemonic story
Mnemonic story
It represents a person as outstanding as a flower blooming in the center (央) of the grass (艹). This sense of excellence led to the meaning 'hero,' and it is now commonly used to refer to England or the English language.
