Kanji 将: leader, commander, general, admiral, or, and again, soon, from now on, just about
Key takeaways
Kanji 将: leader, commander, general, admiral, or, and again, soon, from now on, just about. Readings and core meaning.
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Kanji at a glance
Core meaning / core image
Core meaning: 将
leader, commander, general, admiral, or, and again, soon, from now on, just about
Kanji structure breakdown
Mnemonic story
Mnemonic story
A leader holds a piece (⺦) of meat with their hand (⺤) and follows the rules of measurement (寸) for an offering. This image of a leading figure represents a 'general,' and by extension, the 'future' that they lead us toward.
