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On'yomi
キョウ
KYOU
Kun'yomi
たか.い
takai

high · boasting

Details

Strokes12
Frequency#1962
Radicalmouth(3)

Stroke Order

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Strokes12

Component Breakdown

=

呑 + 冋

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of tall and big. Very tall.

Symbolism

Tall, pride, tree. Represents rising high.

Related Culture & Scenes

  • Aiming high

Words & Expressions

Proverbs & Idioms

喬木は風に折られやすい

きょうぼくはかぜにおられやすい

Tall trees are easily broken by wind

Those in high positions are vulnerable to attack