Mnemonic
A rabbit hops through a misty meadow and discovers a peculiar egg sitting in the grass. A drop of morning dew clings to one side of the shell, and a second drop glistens on the other. The rabbit nudges the egg gently — those twin drops slide together, and a tiny crack appears.
Additional thoughts
Picture the kanji's two halves as the two drops of dew on either side of the egg, with the rabbit crouched protectively over it. The symmetry of the character mirrors twin dewdrops.Quick recall
A rabbit finds an egg marked by one drop on each side.Details
The keyword for 卵 is egg. This kanji represents an egg, referring to the reproductive cells of birds, fish, insects, and other creatures. It is used broadly to describe eggs as a food item, particularly hen's eggs, as well as eggs in a biological or reproductive context. The character's shape is thought to depict the form of two small, round eggs side by side.
- On'yomi
- らん
- Kun'yomi
- たまご