Mnemonic
By the light of the moon, a single limb stretches out to support a body dangling over a cliff edge. That arm is the only support between life and death—moonlight gleaming off the straining limb as muscles tremble, refusing to let go.
Additional thoughts
Visualize one outstretched arm (a limb) lit by the moon, acting as the sole support for a person hanging off a ledge. The moonlit extremity is unforgettable—tense, trembling, heroic.Quick recall
A moonlit limb is the only support keeping a dangling body alive.Details
The keyword for 肢 is limb. This kanji refers to the arms and legs of the human body—the extremities that extend from the torso. It is commonly used in formal or anatomical contexts, such as when referring to the four limbs collectively. The character conveys the idea of bodily appendages that branch out from the main body.
- On'yomi
- し