KanjiJLPT N3
Investigate

Mnemonic

A massive tree stands at the center of a crime scene, with stairs spiraling up its trunk. You investigate by climbing step by step, inspecting every branch for hidden clues. The higher you ascend the stairs, the more evidence the tree reveals—scratches, fibers, prints.
Additional thoughts
Picture a forensic team methodically ascending a spiral staircase built around an ancient oak. Each level of the tree is a new layer of evidence. Stairs = systematic approach; Tree = the subject being examined. Together they form a thorough investigation.
Quick recall
Climb the stairs spiraling up a giant tree to investigate hidden evidence at every branch.

Details

The keyword for 査 is investigate. This kanji conveys the meaning of examining, inspecting, or looking into something thoroughly in order to determine facts or uncover the truth. It is commonly associated with formal or systematic inquiry, such as conducting surveys, audits, or official examinations. The character carries a sense of careful, methodical scrutiny applied to gather accurate information.
On'yomi