ONがく、らく
KUNたのし
Meanings
funmusiccomfortease
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How to remember

This kanji is an ancient depiction of a stringed musical instrument, like a lute, on a stand. The top part suggests strings or ornamentation, and the bottom `木` (tree/wood) indicates the instrument's wooden body. This leads directly to the meaning of **music**.
'Raku' — When you're feeling **comfortable** and at **ease**, you don't have to RACK your brain thinking.
'Gaku' — Imagine a GUY playing **music** for everyone's enjoyment.

Vocabulary

楽しいたのしい
fun, enjoyable
音楽おんがく
music
楽ならくな
easy, comfortable
楽しむたのしむ
to enjoy
楽器がっき
musical instrument

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