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幼
On'yomi
ヨウ
YOU
Kun'yomi
おさな.い
osanai
infancy · childhood
spiritual
Details
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Frequency#1227
Radical幺short thread(3)
Stroke Order
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Component Breakdown
幼=
幺力
幺 + power
Cultural Context
Etymology
Combines 'thread' (幺, meaning fine/small) with 'strength' (力), depicting a state where power is still weak and undeveloped—young age.
Symbolism
Symbolizes youth, innocence, and the beginning of growth. Represents beings needing protection and unlimited potential.
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
幼馴染み
おさななじみ
Childhood friend; A friend since childhood