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械
On'yomi
カイ
KAI
Kun'yomi
かせ
kase
contraption · fetter · machine · instrument
Details
Strokes11
Frequency#1321
Radical木tree(4)
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Strokes11
Component Breakdown
械=
木戒
tree + 戒
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of tree and commandment. Wooden restraint.
Symbolism
Machine, apparatus, device. Represents tools and mechanisms.
Words & Expressions
Proverbs & Idioms
機械は使いよう
きかいはつかいよう
Machines depend on how you use them
Tools can be good or bad depending on their usage