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On'yomi
ケン・ゲン
KEN / GEN
Kun'yomi
あかし・しるし・ため.す・ためし
akashi / shirushi / tamesu / tameshi

verification · effect · testing

Details

Strokes18
Frequency#410
Radicalhorse(10)
Old Form

Stroke Order

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Strokes18

Component Breakdown

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horse + 㑒

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of horse (馬) and all. Testing a horse, experiencing.

Symbolism

Experience, examination, verification. Represents learning through practice.

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Words & Expressions

Four-Character Compounds

験を担ぐ

げんをかつぐ

To rely on good omens; Acting based on superstitions