Mnemonic
Butler Alfred stands together with the household staff to offer a sacred tray of incense at the ancestral shrine. Alfred insists they must do it together—every servant bowing in unison, presenting their offerings as one. No one offers alone in Alfred's house.
Additional thoughts
Picture Alfred in full uniform, leading a line of servants. They move together in perfect synchrony, each holding a small offering plate. The togetherness amplifies the reverence of the offering.Quick recall
Butler Alfred and staff stand together to offer incense at the shrine.Details
The keyword for 供 is offer. This kanji conveys the idea of presenting something respectfully, particularly in the context of making offerings to gods, Buddha, or the deceased. It also carries the broader sense of providing or furnishing something for someone's use or benefit. Additionally, it appears in contexts related to attendants or companions who serve alongside someone, extending the notion of offering one's service.
- On'yomi
- きょう、く、くう、ぐ
- Kun'yomi
- そな.える、とも、-ども