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On'yomi
カン
KAN
Kun'yomi
かんが.みる・かがみ
kangamiru / kagami

specimen · take warning from · learn from

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Details

Strokes23
Frequency#1391
Radicalgold(8)

Stroke Order

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Strokes23

Component Breakdown

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metal + 監

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of metal and watch. Metal mirror.

Symbolism

Appreciation, appraisal, yearbook. Represents discerning.

Related Culture & Scenes

  • Era of war

Words & Expressions

Proverbs & Idioms

他山の石を以て玉を磨く

たざんのいしをもってたまをみがく

Polish your gem with stones from other mountains

Learn from others' mistakes to improve yourself