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岳
On'yomi
ガク
GAKU
Kun'yomi
たけ
take
point · peak · mountain
nature
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Radical山mountain(3)
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Component Breakdown
岳=
丘山
丘 + mountain
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of hill and mountain. High mountain.
Symbolism
Mountain, high peak, summit. Represents high mountain.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Exchanging words
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
高岳に登るには低きより始む
こうがくにのぼるにはひくきよりはじむ
To climb a high peak, start from the low ground
Even great achievements begin with small steps