KanjiJLPT N4
Stand UpRadical: Stand

stand up, rise, set up, erect

Mnemonic

Picture a figure with legs planted on a stage — ready to do stand up comedy.

Details

The keyword for 立 is stand up. This kanji depicts a person standing on the ground with their legs planted firmly, representing the act of rising to an upright position. It conveys the fundamental concept of standing, being upright, or establishing oneself. By extension, it also carries meanings of setting up, founding, or being independent.
On'yomi
りつ、りゅう、りっとる
Kun'yomi
た.つ、-た.つ、た.ち-、た.てる、-た.てる、た.て-、たて-、-た.て、-だ.て、-だ.てる