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Kanji Rule (8): A Combination of Pictures

Pictures turned into kanji. A combination of pictures also became kanji. 

  • Meaning
    emperor

  • Reading
    On-reading: tei
    Kun-reading: -----

  • Mnemonics
    The top part of the character is the emperor's hat with a crown. The bottom part is a gown of the emperor. Can you see the appearance of an emperor in this character? 

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