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基
On'yomi
キ
KI
Kun'yomi
もと・もとい
moto / motoi
fundamentals · radical (chem) · counter for machines · foundation
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Radical土earth(3)
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Component Breakdown
基=
其土
其 + earth
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of that and earth. Earth forming foundation.
Symbolism
Foundation, basics, base. Represents groundwork.
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
基礎なくして高楼なし
きそなくしてこうろうなし
No tall building without a foundation
Great achievements require solid foundations