与
KanjiJLPT N3
Bestow
bestow, participate in, give, award, impart, provide, cause, gift, godsend
Mnemonic
Someone kneeling being bestowed a gift.
Details
The keyword for 与 is bestow. This kanji conveys the idea of giving, granting, or conferring something upon another person, often from a position of authority or generosity. It carries the nuance of providing something valuable—such as a gift, opportunity, or influence—to someone else. In broader usage, it can also relate to participation or involvement, as in being part of something that is shared or given.
- On'yomi
- よ
- Kun'yomi
- あた.える、あずか.る、くみ.する、ともに