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厘
On'yomi
リン
RIN
rin · 1/10 sen · 1/10 bu
Details
Strokes9
Frequency#1835
Radical厂cliff(2)
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Component Breakdown
厘=
厂里
cliff + village
Cultural Context
Etymology
Combines 'building' (厂) with 'village' (里, unit), representing a very small unit—one hundredth.
Symbolism
Symbolizes minuteness, precision, and details. Represents precision that doesn't neglect small things and careful consideration.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Arrival of spring
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
一分一厘
いちぶいちりん
(not even) a bit of; (not even) a hint of; (not) an iota of; (not even) a bit of
九分九厘
くぶくりん
almost certainly; in all probability; ten to one; almost certainly