Kanji Detail of 君
君
| Level: | N3 Low |
| Strokes: | 7 |
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The kanji 君 primarily conveys the meaning of "you," "lord," "master," or "ruler." It often implies respect, endearment, or a position of authority. It can also refer to a specific person, especially a male, and sometimes implies youth or a friendly relationship. The core meaning revolves around addressing or referring to someone, especially with a degree of respect or familiarity.
・On-yomi (音読み): クン (kun) ・Kun-yomi (訓読み): きみ (kimi)
⚫︎ 君 (kimi) Translation: You (used to address someone with respect or affection, often younger or of equal status) ⚫︎ 社長君 (shachou-kun) Translation: Mr./Ms. President (used informally, often among colleagues) ⚫︎ 君主 (kunshu) Translation: Monarch; ruler; sovereign
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The kanji 君 is a pictophonetic character. The left side is a part of 尹, which represents a container or vessel. The right side is 口 (kuchi), which means "mouth." Together, the character originally depicted a person (often a ruler) giving orders from a vessel or container. Over time, the meaning evolved to represent someone in a position of authority or someone being addressed respectfully. The shape and meaning have become solidified as we know them today.