Nihongo

Kanji Detail of 斤

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Basic Meaning

The kanji character primarily represents an ax or a weight unit, specifically, a Chinese unit of weight. This kanji suggests concepts of cutting, chopping, or measuring based on its original shape resembling an ax. It evokes images of tools and measurements, and it embodies the action of using an ax.

Readings

・On-yomi (音読み): キン (kin) ・Kun-yomi (訓読み): None, or used as a unit of measurement.

Usage Examples

⚫︎ 斤量 Translation: Weight; amount; quantity. ⚫︎ 一斤 Translation: One (unit of weight - approximately 600 grams in Japan). ⚫︎ 斤々 Translation: Careful; scrupulous (often used in the sense of carefully weighing options).

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Origin and Formation

The kanji is a pictograph. It depicts an ax with a blade and a handle. The shape of the character reflects the tool's function and appearance. The top part represents the blade, and the lower part implies the handle. The use of this character evolved to represent both the physical tool and the function of cutting and later, a unit of weight. It's a very old character that clearly shows its original form.

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