Quick answer
支 is the kanji for "Branch / Support / Sustain". A common reading is ささ.える (sasaeru). You can practice writing it on this page.
Meaning
Branch / Support / Sustain
Also : Branch · Support · Sustain
Readings
kun = Japanese reading · on = Chinese reading
Practice writing
Trace the kanji stroke by stroke with a visual guide.
Memory Aid
The kanji 支 represents 'BRANCH'. Think of this shape as a picture representing the concept of branch.
On-reading: し — remember this sound by associating it with branch. Kun-reading: ささ.える.
Example Sentences
支店の業務を円滑に進めるために、本社との連携が欠かせません。
してんのぎょうむをえんかつにすすめるために、ほんしゃとのれんけいがかかせません。
Smooth coordination with headquarters is essential for the branch office to operate effectively.
組織を支える仕事をしています。
そしきをささえるしごとをしています。
I do work that supports the organization.
Vocabulary using 支
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