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On'yomi
カク
KAKU

nucleus · core · kernel

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Strokes10
Frequency#475
Radicaltree(4)

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Strokes10

Component Breakdown

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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