支
Kanji · N2
支 / branch
Kanji for branch, support, or sustain.
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Readings
| Type | Reading | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| On (音) | シ | Sino-Japanese readings — common in compounds. |
| Kun (訓) | ささ.える、つか.える、か.う | Native Japanese readings — common standalone or with okurigana. |
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Meaning
支 carries the meaning branch, support, or sustain.
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Common compounds with 支
支援するしえんする
支えるささえるto support / to prop / to sustain
支援しえんsupport / backing / aid
支局しきょくbranch office
支度したくpreparation / arrangements
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