円
KanjiJLPT N5
Yen / Circle
circle, yen, round
Mnemonic
The symbol for Japan's yen.
Details
The keyword for 円 is yen / circle. This kanji carries a dual meaning: it refers to the Japanese unit of currency, the yen, and also represents the geometric concept of a circle or anything round. The connection between these two meanings is historical, as early Japanese coins were circular in shape, linking the idea of roundness with money. In everyday usage, context determines whether the kanji refers to monetary value or to the shape of a circle.
- On'yomi
- えん
- Kun'yomi
- まる.い、まる、まど、まど.か、まろ.やか