朽
Kanji · N1
朽 / decay
Kanji for decay, rot, or remain in seclusion.
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Readings
| Type | Reading | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| On (音) | キュウ | Sino-Japanese readings — common in compounds. |
| Kun (訓) | く.ちる | Native Japanese readings — common standalone or with okurigana. |
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Meaning
朽 carries the meaning decay, rot, or remain in seclusion.
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Common compounds with 朽
朽ちるくちるto rot / to decay
老朽ろうきゅうinfirmity / decrepitude / senility
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