Readings
Radicals and components
Components
Mnemonic (RtK)
ⓘYamanote · by one’s side · elbow · turkey
From "Remembering the Kanji" by James Heisig · Frame 804
Kun Reading Examples
The male peacock has colorful tail feathers.tatoeba Additional Examples
He was a hero of the African campaign in World War II.tatoeba 彼は侵略者から国を守ったので英雄として扱われている。 He was respected as a hero because he defended his country against the invaders.tatoebaHe is often referred to as a national hero.tatoeba Stroke Order
12 strokes
Male; hero. 厷 (a strong arm) + 隹 (bird) — a powerful male bird. 英雄 — hero.
Practice Writing
Practice Writing 雄
Draw with a guide, then from memory — checked at every step