Kanji 親: parent, intimacy, relative, familiarity, dealer (cards)
Kanji 親: parent, intimacy, relative, familiarity, dealer (cards). Readings and core meaning.
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Kanji at a glance
Core meaning / core image
parent, intimacy, relative, familiarity, dealer (cards)
Kanji structure breakdown
Mnemonic story
A parent is someone who stands (立) on a tree (木) to watch (見) over their child from afar. This image of a protective gaze represents the role of a 'parent' and the 'closeness' of their relationship.