Mnemonic
A bundle of dynamite rolls onto the path right in front of you. Be quick! Grab that bundle and hurl it off the path before it explodes. Every fraction of a second counts — move fast or it's all over!
Additional thoughts
Picture the sizzling fuse on the bundle making you sprint down the path. The urgency of the ticking bomb locks in the sense of speed and swiftness.Quick recall
A bundle of dynamite on the path — be quick or it blows!Details
The keyword for 速 is quick. This kanji conveys the idea of rapidity, swiftness, or high speed in movement or action. It refers to something happening fast or at a great pace, emphasizing promptness and velocity. It is used broadly to describe anything that moves or occurs with notable speed or haste.
- On'yomi
- そく
- Kun'yomi
- はや.い、はや-、はや.める、すみ.やか