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鍵
On'yomi
ケン
KEN
Kun'yomi
かぎ
kagi
key
Details
Strokes17
Frequency#2029
Radical金gold(8)
Stroke Order
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Strokes17
Component Breakdown
鍵=
金建
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