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On'yomi
ケン
KEN
Kun'yomi
かぎ
kagi

key

Details

Strokes17
Frequency#2029
Radicalgold(8)

Stroke Order

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Strokes17

Component Breakdown

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metal + 建

Cultural Context

Etymology

Composed of metal and build. Metal fixture.

Symbolism

Key, key, solution. Represents opener.

Words & Expressions

Four-Character Compounds

鍵を握る

かぎをにぎる

To hold the key; To be in a crucial position