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囲
On'yomi
イ
I
Kun'yomi
かこ.む・かこ.う・かこ.い
kakomu / kakou / kakoi
surround · besiege · store · paling · enclosure · encircle · preserve · keep
Details
Strokes7
Frequency#771
Radical囗enclosure(3)
Old Form圍
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Component Breakdown
囲=
囗井
enclosure + 井
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of enclosure and leather. Surrounding all around.
Symbolism
Siege, Go game, scope. Represents boundary and protection.
Related Culture & Scenes
- — Family gathered around hearth
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
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