工
KanjiJLPT N4
CraftRadical: Carpenter
craft, construction, katakana e radical (no. 48)
Mnemonic
Two bricks sitting neatly side by side. Exemplary of the bricklayer's craft.
Details
The keyword for 工 is craft. This kanji represents the concept of skilled work, construction, or manufacturing. It originally depicted a carpenter's square or a tool used by artisans, symbolizing the idea of deliberate, skillful creation. By extension, it encompasses engineering, industry, and any form of craftsmanship requiring technical expertise.
- On'yomi
- こう、く、ぐ