裏
KanjiJLPT N2
Back
back, amidst, in, reverse, inside, palm, sole, rear, lining, wrong side
Mnemonic
Turn your hat around to reveal its back — embroidered there is a detailed map of your native village. At the very bottom, a pair of sneakers marks the trail leading home. You never knew the back of your hat held such secrets.
Additional thoughts
Picture physically flipping the hat over: the hidden reverse side contains a nostalgic native village map stitched in thread, with little sneakers as trail markers. The back always conceals something personal.Quick recall
The back of your hat reveals a native village map with sneakers marking the path home.Details
The keyword for 裏 is back. This kanji refers to the reverse side, the hidden or unseen part of something, as opposed to its front or surface. It can describe the back of fabric, paper, or any object, as well as figuratively suggest what lies behind the scenes or is concealed from view. It carries a sense of the inner, hidden, or opposite aspect of things.
- On'yomi
- り
- Kun'yomi
- うら