Mnemonic
You raise your hand high and wave it to summon a friend across the crowded marketplace. She sees the gesture, smiles, and weaves through the stalls toward you. With just one motion of your hand, you beckon her to your side — no words needed, only that inviting sweep of fingers.
Additional thoughts
A hand performing a summon gesture is literally the physical act of beckoning. Picture the classic Japanese beckoning cat (maneki-neko) — its raised paw summons good fortune with a single wave.Quick recall
Wave your hand to summon someone — Beckon them over with a single gesture.Details
The keyword for 招 is beckon. This kanji refers to the act of calling someone over or inviting them by waving or gesturing toward oneself. It carries the sense of summoning, attracting, or drawing something or someone closer, whether literally motioning with one's hand or figuratively inviting a particular outcome. It is commonly associated with welcoming, inviting guests, or bringing about certain results or consequences.
- On'yomi
- しょう
- Kun'yomi
- まね.く