Kanji 慎: humility, be careful, discreet, prudent
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Kanji 慎: humility, be careful, discreet, prudent. Readings and core meaning.
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Core meaning / core image
Core meaning: 慎
humility, be careful, discreet, prudent
Kanji structure breakdown
Mnemonic story
Mnemonic story
To act while keeping the truth (真) in your heart (忄), you must be prudent. Imagine behaving carefully in everything you do to maintain a sincere and true heart.