Mnemonic
The emperor's money vaults overflow—it's so easy for him to grant favors to his loyal subjects. He waves his hand, and money pours out like water. Easy come, easy go—but the grant carries immense honor for the receiver.
Additional thoughts
Picture a throne room with gold coins spilling from coffers. The emperor barely lifts a finger—it's effortless for someone so wealthy. The ease of giving contrasts with the gravity of receiving a royal grant.Quick recall
Overflowing money makes it easy to grant royal favors.Details
The keyword for 賜 is grant. This kanji refers to the act of bestowing or conferring something of value, typically from a person of higher status to one of lower status, such as a lord granting a gift or favor to a subject. It carries a formal, respectful tone and implies that the giving is an act of grace or benevolence rather than an obligation. In classical and modern usage, it conveys the honor and gratitude associated with receiving something from a superior.
- On'yomi
- し
- Kun'yomi
- たまわ.る、たま.う、たも.う