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Cry


Radical Combination


Meaning

Cry

Mnemonic

If you stand in front of a tsunami, you’re going to cry. That tsunami is going to hit you hard, and rip you right off the ground on which you stand. Who wouldn't cry?

Imagine getting hit with the full force of a tsunami. It slams into you and crushes every bone in your body. It hurts so much you cry.


Reading

On'yomi

きゅう

Kun'yomi

Nanori

None

Mnemonic

Do you know the only way to stop yourself crying after a tsunami? That's right, nachos (な)! Nachos are the only proven way to cheer people up after being hit by a tsunami.

Imagine stuffing yourself with nachos. The tears stop. You're feeling bruised and wet, but much better.


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