Nihongo

Kanji Detail of 叶

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Basic Meaning

The core meaning of the kanji is "to realize," "to grant," or "to fulfill" a wish or desire. It implies bringing something into existence or making it happen.

Readings

・On-yomi (音読み): - kyō (キョウ) ・Kun-yomi (訓読み): - (かな)う (kanau) - to come true, to be realized - (かな)える (kanaeru) - to grant, to fulfill

Usage Examples

⚫︎ 夢が叶う Translation: A dream comes true. ⚫︎ 願いを叶える Translation: To grant a wish. ⚫︎ 叶うなら Translation: If it comes true…

Origin and Formation

The kanji is a combination of two parts. The top part represents (kuchi), meaning "mouth." The bottom part is which can stand for the person's wishes. Together, these components suggest the act of someone (kuchi) speaking and expressing their wishes to make them come true.

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