Now Out: Essay 1468 on 畝 (Ridge in Field), Radical Note 102, and 5 New-Monics

The 222nd essay has posted! Essay 1468 on 畝 (ridge in field) is now available for purchase. Here's a preview:

This kanji, which symbolizes the hills that some crop farmers make in fields, belongs squarely in the agricultural realm. However, 畝 also represents ridges in knit items, ribbed fabric, and the like, and therefore has a firm presence in the sphere of shopping! Plus, the Japanese once used 畝 as a measurement of areas. Finally, this kanji pops up in names, notably that of one heroic man.

Using the accompanying Phrase Maze game on the Character Home Page, you can practice the vocabulary in the essay after reading it.

Also, Radical Note 102 on 田, the "rice field" radical, is now up. This resource is free!

Finally, Ulrike has produced a batch of new-monics (which are free!):

消 (316: to extinguish)
乗 (320: to ride)
深 (325: deep)
息 (332: breath)
打 (335: to hit)