遜
Mnemonic
A grandchild walks a narrow path behind their elders, never daring to rush ahead. Each time someone approaches, the grandchild steps off the path, bowing low and yielding the way. To be humble is to walk like that grandchild — always placing yourself last.
Additional thoughts
Picture a small child on a dirt path, constantly stepping aside for others. The physical act of yielding the path mirrors the inner quality of humility. Grandchild implies junior status, reinforcing deference.Quick recall
A grandchild yields the path to everyone, embodying what it means to be humble.Details
The keyword for 遜 is humble. This kanji conveys the sense of being modest, self-effacing, and deferential toward others. It implies a willingness to yield or step back, placing oneself in a lower position out of respect or modesty. The character is often associated with the virtue of humility in interpersonal relationships, suggesting restraint and a lack of arrogance.
- On'yomi
- そん
- Kun'yomi
- したが.う、へりくだ.る、ゆず.る