KanjiJLPT N2
Hearing

hearing, judge, trial

Mnemonic

Under the roof of the grand courthouse, everyone awaits their turn at the hearing. One by one, witnesses step beneath that solemn roof, each turn on the stand revealing new evidence, as the judge scrutinizes every word until the full truth finally emerges.
Additional thoughts
Picture a slow rotating witness stand (turn) beneath a heavy stone roof — each rotation brings a new face forward for examination. The roof traps the tension; no one leaves until the hearing is complete.
Quick recall
Beneath the roof, each turn on the stand unfolds the hearing.

Details

The keyword for 審 is hearing. This kanji refers to the process of carefully examining or investigating a matter, particularly in a judicial or formal context. It conveys the idea of deliberating over details, scrutinizing evidence, and reaching a judgment after thorough review. It is commonly associated with trials,审査 (screening), and any formal process of careful evaluation.
On'yomi
しん
Kun'yomi
つまび.らか、つぶさ.に