残


This kanji means to remain behind or to leave behind.

on readings:
  • zan
kun readings:
  • noko
examples:
生き残る ikinokoru survive
名残り nagori end
残り物 nokorimono leftovers
残る nokoru remain behind
残す nokosu leave behind
残高 zandaka balance
残業 zangyō overtime
残念 zannen regret, disappointment, too bad
残忍 zannin brutal, ruthless
残心 zanshin state of awareness, relaxed alertness

links:
Wiktionary
Zanshin

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Last Alteration Performed: 24 February 2026 by Bradley James Wogsland.