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既 kanji: meaning “previously”, readings and mnemonic

JLPT N110 strokes

Meaning and readings

Meaning
previously
On'yomi
キ
Kun'yomi
すで・に

Picture story to remember 既

A waitress on her tired legs (儿) brings you silverware that was previously used by someone else.

How to write 既: stroke order

既 is written with 10 strokes. Watch them drawn in order.

Words that use 既

Practice this kanji in the app

Review 既 with the picture story and come back to it as you forget.

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Kanji that share parts with 既.