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On'yomi
カン
KAN

publish · carve · engrave

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Strokes5
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Strokes5

Component Breakdown

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干 + sword

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of dry and sword. Carving plate with sword.

Symbolism

Publish, issue, publication. Represents publishing.

Words & Expressions

Proverbs & Idioms

定刊は信用の礎

ていかんはしんようのいしずえ

Regular publication is the foundation of trust

Consistent publishing builds credibility