仰
Mnemonic
Butler Alfred raises an open book high above his head, forcing you to Look Up to read the next line. He does this deliberately—Alfred believes the physical act of tilting your chin upward teaches humility and respect. You can't help but look up to him for it.
Additional thoughts
Picture Alfred standing tall, arms stretched overhead, holding the open book like a sacred text. The upward gaze merges the physical act of looking up with the deep reverence you feel toward him.Quick recall
Butler Alfred hoists the open book overhead so you must Look Up in reverence to read.Details
The keyword for 仰 is look up. This kanji conveys the act of physically tilting one's face upward to gaze at something above, such as looking up at the sky or a tall structure. By extension, it also carries the meaning of looking up to someone with respect, admiration, or reverence, as one might regard a teacher or authority figure. It can additionally be used in formal or literary contexts to indicate humbly receiving instructions or commands from a superior.
- On'yomi
- ぎょう、こう
- Kun'yomi
- あお.ぐ、おお.せ、お.っしゃる、おっしゃ.る