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勉
On'yomi
ベン
BEN
Kun'yomi
つと.める
tsutomeru
exertion · endeavour · encourage · strive · make effort · diligent
powerfuldark
Details
Strokes10
Frequency#1066
Radical力power(2)
Old Form勉
Stroke Order
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Strokes10
Component Breakdown
勉=
免力
免 + power
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of escape and power. Cannot escape effort.
Symbolism
Study, diligence, encouragement. Represents effort and learning.
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
刻苦勉励
こっくべんれい
being arduous; working diligently enduring hardships; being arduous