従
KanjiJLPT N2
Comply
accompany, obey, submit to, comply, follow, secondary, incidental, subordinate
Mnemonic
A postman finds a mannequin with sharp horns blocking the doorway like a silent overlord. To deliver the mail, the postman must comply — he kneels, bows his head, and slides each letter beneath the horned mannequin's feet like a loyal subject.
Additional thoughts
Picture the postman forced into total submission by a demonic horned mannequin guarding the entrance. The horns signal unquestionable authority; compliance is the only way through.Quick recall
A postman kneels before a horns-wearing mannequin to comply and deliver the mail.Details
The keyword for 従 is comply. This kanji conveys the idea of following, obeying, or going along with someone or something in a subordinate manner. It suggests yielding to authority, conforming to rules, or accompanying a person of higher status. The character carries connotations of obedience, submission, and willingness to act in accordance with another's wishes or established norms.
- On'yomi
- じゅう、しょう、じゅ
- Kun'yomi
- したが.う、したが.える、より