距 Distance

Radical Combination

• 足

  Foot
• 巨

  Giant

Meaning

Primary

Distance

Mnemonic

A foot on a giant is a pretty long distance for a normal person to walk. Giants have big feet and can travel large distances very quickly.

Hints

Compare the distance you can travel with one step compared to a giant. It's a considerable difference in distance.

Readings

On’yomi

きょ

Kun’yomi

None

Nanori

None

Mnemonic

Going to Little Kyoto (きょ) is a short distance for a giant but a long distance for you.

Hints

Imagine walking the distance between where you are and the (possibly made up) Little Kyoto. Think about the distance.