Mnemonic
Grandma's exploits are legendary! They used to blame her for being too slow, but she spun thread day after day, building a track record no one could deny. Now nobody blames grandma—they celebrate her remarkable achievements!
Additional thoughts
Picture grandma at a spinning wheel, each thread representing one accomplishment. Those who blamed her now stand in awe of her accumulated exploits. Blame transforms into admiration.Quick recall
Grandma, once blamed for being slow, proved them all wrong with her legendary exploits.Details
The keyword for 績 is exploits. This kanji refers to achievements, accomplishments, or meritorious deeds—the notable results of one's efforts and work. It is commonly associated with the idea of accumulated results or a track record of performance. The character carries the sense of spinning thread as a metaphor for the steady, diligent work that leads to remarkable exploits and achievements over time.
- On'yomi
- せき