Mnemonic
A violent storm erupts at sea, forcing a snake and the crew to band together in search of a safe harbor. The snake coils around the bowsprit, flicking its tongue into the wind until it tastes the calm, sheltered air of the harbor ahead and guides everyone in.
Additional thoughts
Picture the snake as a living compass at the front of the ship—its tongue sensing the shift from chaotic storm winds to the still, protected air of the harbor. Storm + together + snake = harbor.Quick recall
A storm forces a snake and the crew together as they race toward the harbor.Details
The keyword for 港 is harbor. This kanji refers to a place along a coast, river, or lake where ships can dock and find shelter, serving as a point for loading and unloading goods or passengers. It encompasses both natural and man-made ports, and is commonly used to describe seaports, airports, and other transportation hubs where arrivals and departures take place. The character conveys the idea of a safe haven where waterways meet the land.
- On'yomi
- こう
- Kun'yomi
- みなと