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臨
On'yomi
リン
RIN
Kun'yomi
のぞ.む
nozomu
look to · face · meet · confront · attend · call on
Details
Strokes18
Frequency#722
Radical臣minister(6)
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Strokes18
Cultural Context
Etymology
Combines 'minister' (臣, looking down) with '品', representing looking down from above—facing a situation.
Symbolism
Symbolizes presence, confrontation, and participation. Represents attending important moments and sharing the atmosphere.
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
臨機応変
りんきおうへん
adapting oneself to the requirements of the moment; playing by ear; ad hoc approach; adapting oneself to the requirements of the moment
天孫降臨
てんそんこうりん
the descent to earth of the grandson of the sun goddess; the descent to earth of the grandson of the sun goddess
臨終正念
りんじゅうしょうねん
holding the proper state of mindfulness at the moment of death; holding the proper state of mindfulness at the moment of death