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核
On'yomi
カク
KAKU
nucleus · core · kernel
Details
Strokes10
Frequency#475
Radical木tree(4)
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Strokes10
Component Breakdown
核=
木亥
tree + 亥
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of tree and boar. Seed at center of tree.
Symbolism
Core, nucleus, center. Represents central part.
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
核心を突く
かくしんをつく
To strike at the core
To accurately point out the most important aspect of a matter