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On'yomi
ケン
KEN
Kun'yomi
かこ.い
kakoi

sphere · circle · radius · range

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Strokes12
Frequency#1216
Radicalenclosure(3)

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Strokes12

Component Breakdown

=

enclosure + 巻

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of enclosure and roll. Enclosed range.

Symbolism

Within, range, sphere. Represents enclosed area.

Words & Expressions

Proverbs & Idioms

圏外は自由の地

けんがいはじゆうのち

Outside the zone is free territory

Beyond control lies freedom