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賀 - Congratulations
In ancient China, giving a shellfish was like money itself, so to congratulate someone you would always add one more to the pile to show extra respect. The ritual of 'adding shellfish' became a symbol of blessing and prosperity still echoed in celebratory words today.
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賀 - Congratulations
Index #982
Grade 5
12 strokes
JLPT Level: N1
Readings:
Compound Kanji

Common Vocab

ねんが 年賀
New Year's card
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