迎
Mnemonic
You follow a path leading to a grand home. At the gate, an open book rests on a stand — a guest registry. The host hurries down the path, pen in hand, writes your name in the open book, and warmly says welcome!
Additional thoughts
Picture a well-worn stone path to an estate entrance with a guest ledger always lying open, ready for new arrivals. Writing someone's name in that book is the definitive act of welcoming them in.Quick recall
A path leads to an open book guest registry — you're welcomed in!Details
The keyword for 迎 is welcome. This kanji conveys the act of going out to meet or receive someone, typically with a sense of hospitality and warmth. It implies actively greeting an arriving person, such as welcoming a guest at the door or going to pick someone up. The character carries a sense of moving toward someone in anticipation of their arrival, emphasizing the proactive nature of the reception.
- On'yomi
- げい
- Kun'yomi
- むか.える