林
Mnemonic
A tree stood alone, swaying in the wind, until one day a second tree pushed up through the soil right beside it. Their canopies touched, branches intertwined—and just like that, a small grove was born, two companions rooted side by side forever.
Additional thoughts
Picture two trees standing shoulder to shoulder like old friends, their combined shade creating a cozy grove. The kanji literally looks like two tree radicals next to each other.Quick recall
Two trees sprout side by side, forming a tiny grove.Details
The keyword for 林 is grove. This kanji depicts two trees standing side by side, representing a small cluster or grove of trees. It conveys the idea of a wooded area that is smaller and less dense than a full forest, suggesting a modest gathering of trees in a natural or cultivated setting.
- On'yomi
- りん
- Kun'yomi
- はやし